Harry was hesitant to attack the beast since he wasn't sure how things would turn out. More precisely, he wanted to understand the reason behind the beast's behavior.
He was certain it wasn't about recognizing him, he wasn't some formidable figure in its eyes. Maybe that was the reason it hadn't attacked him directly. it didn't perceive any significant threat from him.
Harry kept walking, trying to comprehend what it wanted to convey.
Gracie was still hiding, suppressing her aura to a minimum so it couldn't sense her power.
The beast said two more sentences and then fell silent, continuing to eat eggshells.
Gracie silently stepped out, following Harry while hiding behind his tall stature.
As the distance between Harry and the beast narrowed, it sneered at Harry, as if warning him not to come any closer.
Harry halted, stopping himself from taking another step. Gracie also paused, considering their next move.
