Borak lay there, half-dead, and his Shapeshifter subordinates dared not approach further.
Loki's combat prowess terrified them, and Alice's escape from Borak's stomach after being swallowed showed she was no ordinary being.
As for William, they had gotten a glimpse of his capabilities just moments ago. Merely speaking a word induced deep-seated fear in their souls, and his catching Loki's attack single-handedly spoke volumes of his formidable strength.
With William and his companions heading towards the fortress, the Shapeshifters, after some thought, suddenly realized that they too wanted to enter the city, didn't they?
They had simply not acted on it these past days.
Why should they hinder them?
Were they mad?
If William and his companions had the means to enter, then let them!
With no further obstruction from the Shapeshifters, Alice and Loki led the way, with William following at a leisurely pace.
