Obsidian Elephant
Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
"All I can say is, whoever ventures across that mountain does not return," Lotus Empress said solemnly.
Although Han Sen was sometimes reckless, even he knew it was best to stay away from such a place. If a risk was justified or worthwhile, he would always be the first to take the plunge. But a fruitless risk was never something he'd commit to, as he wasn't a simple thrill-seeker.
So, Han Sen decided it was best to take the long way around. He thought it would be better to walk additional miles than risk life and limb in the shortcut of cutting across the mountain.
Before he could circle it, though, Han Sen suddenly heard something roar, and then, nearby footsteps. The source of the noise was not too far away, and the sound of footsteps was steadily increasing in volume. Something was already coming for them.
Han Sen frowned, though, thinking there was something amiss about his entire venture thus far.