Black flames flickered in the masked man's hand, the emblem writhing within the fire like a living creature and emitting a chilling aura. Lu Chen and Huo Yao exchanged glances; the emblem the man displayed did indeed increase his credibility, but their inner vigilance remained entirely unabated.
"How do you intend to help us?" Lu Chen asked tentatively, his gaze never leaving the staff in the masked man's hand, the magical fluctuations radiating from it making him uneasy.
"Frank is hiding within a magical barrier. Without my guidance, it is impossible for you to find him," the masked man said, turning and walking toward the depths of the forest. "Follow me."
Chapter 133