After Xu Tiancai and his companions successfully defeated the mysterious creature, their tense nerves finally relaxed a little. However, they knew full well that the threat of the Dark King still loomed overhead like a dark cloud, and they could not afford to lower their guard for even a single moment.
The small town was left in utter ruins after this fierce battle. Xu Tiancai led the group in cleaning up the battlefield and rescuing the injured townspeople. Their kind deeds won the gratitude and respect of the residents, and many people expressed their willingness to join their ranks to fight against the Dark King together.
During a moment of rest, Xu Tiancai and his companions sat in a circle to discuss their next course of action. Linger gently stroked her magic staff, worry written all over her eyes: "Although we have temporarily beaten back the Dark King's attack, he certainly won't let it go at that. We must find greater power as quickly as possible if we are to have a strong enough chance of defeating him."
Chapter 22