"[Bind]"
A blue ring made of mana materialized in the air. The ring then enclosed around the three remaining villains, trapping them in a powerful magical hold.
"Good job! As expected of Octagram students, you guys are a bunch of amazing people! Haha!"
The A-rank hero laughed loudly. So loud that even the snow made a rumbling sound. After hearing that, he shut his mouth immediately.
That was a good choice, because who wants an avalanche after the villain's surprise appearance?
"It's… nothing. Anyway, sir, can you help us? Our friend was…"
"Ah, that girl, she's the daughter of Andi Nova, right?"
Jihan nodded.
As he heard that, he fell deep in thought–a creepy thought.
'Hoho, the heir of Nova guild… If I can have her… then… hehe…'
His companion realized what he was thinking about judging from his face, so she stepped on his feet.
"Ouch! What?!" he shouted.