"These wooden planks… won't turn into monsters, right?"
Alexis's hesitant voice, tinged with fear, rang out.
Jack immediately raised his voice: "What the hell are you talking about? Don't say things like that at a time like this! They're just wooden planks, that's all!"
His voice grew louder and louder as if doing so could reassure him.
"Enough nonsense. Move quickly."
Ace's cold voice silenced everyone at once, but they all remained on high alert.
Meanwhile, inside the house, Taylor was pacing anxiously. Elena couldn't help but say softly, "Being restless won't change anything. Sit down for a bit."
Taylor replied irritably, "I want power, Elena. I heard that facing danger helps awaken one's abilities faster." As she spoke, she glanced at Matthew as if seeking confirmation.
Matthew nodded and said, "That's right. You might awaken your power when facing danger or after escaping your first dungeon…"
