The sound of goblins' guttural calls echoed in the deep, their movements and small howls creating unsettling background music.
Julian's muscles pulsed with a dull ache like he ran a full marathon after pushing himself too far. Even though he recovered his health and mana, his abdomen ached like someone kept punching him.
"Let's hurry over the bridge, then have a rest." His voice sounded weak and hoarse as he leaned against the stone wall, shifting towards the bridge.
'I never thought that magic could be so dangerous.'
"W-Wait… my legs are like jelly," Maria called out to him as she limped towards him.
The truth of an actual battle caused both of them to understand how difficult the future might be.
'It's nothing like when I used to fight as a guardian.'
