While Igor awaited a weakness to appear in "that painting," in another corner of Guru Mountain, a group of people engrossed in battle were gradually peeling back the layers of another maze.
Alchemist Hector's strength was considerable; he gradually forced Baharo into a corner. If Baharo wasn't careful, he could very well fall off the cliff.
Although the cliffs of Guru Mountain didn't seem too steep, the mountain was still high enough for a fall to be lethal. Baharo now had to not only withstand Hector's peculiar attacks but also prevent himself from accidentally falling. The immense difficulty he currently faced was palpable.
Baharo struggled desperately. Stan Sol, on the other hand, was not in such dire straits. Alchemists Joela and Brad, even working together, could only manage to fight him to a draw. The two sides were locked in a stalemate, a scene that somewhat reflected the formidable strength of the ancient Hunters.
