Multiple footsteps—eerily distorted, echoed across the fully concrete, magenta hallways of Horza Blaidde Mana Dungeon.
The WAA extermination had recently descended to the tenth and final floor after a heated argument where Shye defended his decision against all five of his members, including the logical Rai Hou, and Mira, who seemed to be filled with resentment towards Shye.
Not a single trace of her gracious kindness remained, only barely hidden hatred. She had never looked more unholy.
Nevertheless, Shye silenced any objections by declaring he would prove the shield wouldn't be wasted on him.
Of course, having worked miracles for them time and again, none of the five dared to dismiss his words as mere boasting.
They at least gave him a chance.
It didn't take long before they encountered monstrous creatures.