As Jeremy warned the villagers, he simultaneously prepared himself for battle.
Although he believed that these villagers were not devoid of reason, his cautious nature compelled him to brace for the worst possible outcome.
Behind Jeremy, Ritchie had already begun to manipulate the shadows of the surrounding trees.
While the shadows cast by the plants lacked significant sentience, controlling them still afforded Ritchie the opportunity to delay the enemies' movements.
"I am not negotiating with you! You must answer our questions, or we will never allow you to leave this place. Anyone who seeks to harm the Goddess of Life is our enemy! We will not permit any injury to befall the Goddess of Life!"
The village chief spoke in a voice that was both aged and filled with anger.
Upon hearing these words, a look of confusion crossed Jeremy's face.
