"This year, the gathering territory also encompasses some shadow stalker caves in the peripheral zones," Zhao explained while the students gathered in a clearing, preparing to begin collection.
"...However, I must emphasize that nobody should approach or enter these caves without a teacher's company. They are significantly more dangerous than the exterior areas due to the sentinels."
While Zhao continued with the general instructions, Ren studied the map they had been provided as he calculated distances and analyzed the marked geological formations to find the quickest route densest with resources.
It was no longer just him, Taro and Min, but a complete entourage that included Larissa, Luna and Liora, accompanied by their maids Maria, Mayo and Matilda, plus the six guards. Han and his group had also joined them, as well as Mira's.
Min leaned toward him, noticing his evident interest. "You're planning to enter one of those caves, aren't you?"
