All two hundred and fifty thousand had gathered after spending a long time exploring that region. They were waiting for Darian's return, while the three leaders mentally prepared themselves for the tough battle ahead — one they'd have to face without his support.
But when they saw that figure rushing toward them, carrying Niara on his back, relief spread through everyone present.
Darian asked without delay, "How many hours left?"
"Twelve hours, Sir," Norio replied, making him feel relieved.
Immediately, Darian asked what they had found in that place. They told him that, besides some strange herbs like before, they'd also found some low-intelligence demonic beasts.
Those creatures had peculiar physical traits and powers, and had attacked them the moment they met; so they killed them and brought the bodies back for analysis.
