Zach and Nessa were so used to entering the forest that they already had their bags packed with any essentials they might need on a quick one-night trip. It didn't take long for them to head out, but they were still half a step behind Dukiel and Julius, who wasted no time.
Zach and Nessa didn't have to be as quick as possible. It was just that they didn't want to waste time. Dukiel and Julius, however, felt a sense of urgency and need to move. They were in charge of investigating the Underworld's possible activities in the city.
It was already afternoon. They wanted to catch a glimpse of the city during the day, evening, and night. They didn't know what to look for other than traces of the Underworld. But considering how any activities had gone unnoticed so far and how much effort the Underworld had to be putting in, it wouldn't be easy.
