Weiss, who had been watching silently, gave a nod of approval. "Good thinking, Ayame. Now, let's focus on the task at hand."
Kuroneko, who had retrieved the guide from the shadows, stepped forward. The guide looked nonchalant, his eyes lifeless, still under Kuroneko's dark magic spell.
"Weiss, are you sure about this?" Kuroneko asked, his voice tense as he held the guide over the edge of the crater.
Weiss nodded firmly, his expression resolute. "This is the only way. The guide's sacrifice is necessary to summon the Wall of Fleece. It's our best chance to contain Maverick Windesburg and prevent his influence from spreading further."
Ayame, still supporting Bianca, glanced at the guide and then back at Weiss. "The Wall of Fleece… it's that powerful?"
