As they near the boulder, Lucian senses the perfect opportunity. With a calculated leap, he dismounts from the creature's back, allowing it to barrel forward unchecked. The massive beast crashes into the boulder with earth-shattering force, sending debris flying in all directions.
Upon impact, the creature lets out a pained groan, its momentum halted as it collapses onto its right side, momentarily stunned and vulnerable. "Alas, we’ve come to the end," Lucian remarks solemnly as he approaches the fallen creature. His form flickers momentarily, disappearing from view before reappearing at the creature’s chest, his hand thrust deep inside. With a swift, fluid motion, Lucian tears out the massive heart of the creature as it lies lifeless on the ground.
"It is done, my lord," Lucian announces as he returns to his master's side. "Job well done," Tsukishima acknowledges, his gaze falling upon the faintly beating heart placed beside him on the ground. "Will you be taking that back with you?" he inquires. "It is something that the Demon King is preparing," Lucian explains. "A gestalt that will aid you on your quest." Tsukishima's interest is piqued by Lucian's cryptic words, but he decides not to press further, trusting that all will be revealed in due time.
Word Count: 206