The group continued their journey deeper into the forest, armed with the coordination and efficiency honed in their previous battle. Bai Suzhen led the way, her sword ready in hand, while the others followed in a well-ordered defensive formation. The Navigator kept guiding them telepathically, ensuring they stayed on the right path toward the forest's depths.
"The deeper we go, the more goblins we encounter," Catherine muttered as she surveyed the surroundings, her magic poison ready at her fingertips. "Are they guarding something, or is this just their natural movement pattern?"
Virginia, walking in the middle of the formation, replied calmly, "It could be both. But if they're protecting something, we'll find out soon enough." She remained alert, gripping her magic staff tightly.
