Anthony quickly drew his sword, darkness flowing from his body like water and spreading across the ground. Activating his senses to the maximum, he sensed multiple presences running towards them. They were in a relatively open area where moans, roars, and panting could be heard. The ground trembled under their feet, indicating that danger was approaching dangerously close.
Glancing sideways at the two girls, he noticed that Estefany was visibly nervous, fear in her eyes. On the other hand, Perséfone seemed to maintain composure. Suddenly, a horrifying face emerged from the bushes: it had seven eyes and a mouth full of teeth, displaying a sinister grin. More and more creatures began to appear, although they kept their distance, watching them.
