They continued their journey through the forest with determined steps. This time, he chose not to ask Talon for scouting assistance; he took the lead himself at the front line.
If a threat were to emerge, he was resolute about facing it first, as it was his own idea. With Lucius leading, the others voiced no objections. At times, they disagreed with him, but he always put his life first, showing his way of doing things.
The woods were eerily quiet, with periodically hurried animals passing by, and the sound of leaves and wooden twigs breaking with each step.
A roar sounded, making them tense up, but it didn't seem too threatening. Various weapons clanging and monster growls could be heard a bit further down.
Lucius gestured for them to remain quiet and hid behind a tree, observing the scene ahead. A group of ten level 5 kobolds were locked in combat with a tiger and a massive snake, both of which were at level 7.
