The focus of the three Chief Instructors greatly differed from that of the Crow Emperor, showing the hidden concerns of the Gold Rank assassins. They did not celebrate this minor victory!
In the subsequent battles, the Fire Crows emerged victorious, lightening the Crow Emperor's mood and returning him to his jovial self.
What bothered the Crow Emperor was just how difficult it was to kill these Gold Rank assassins. They were incredibly resilient and slippery.
If they realized they were outmatched, they would do everything in their power to escape. Moreover, each one had baffling movements and quick responses. One roll and they would disappear from sight.
Even if injured, they would always manage to use the terrain to their advantage and escape. It was a common sight to see assassins, who happened upon others, use them as a cover for their own escape.
