Midnight Crystal (Part 38)

 "RRRRRRRRGGHHH!!!"

Gray Stalkers growled irritably, like resentful dogs that couldn't get their prey. With a glance, they pounced on Scarlet Pyromancer again, leaving claw marks on the cold gray ground.

But...

Scarlet Pyromancer raised his wings, raising waves of flames as the Gray Stalkers stopped and bounced back. Even if their claws were sharp enough to tear Scarlet Pyromancer's flesh apart, the massive beetle's fire was far more dangerous than a pair of sharp blades.

Step. Step. Step.

Katrin approached Adam with a serious look. Thanks to her long rest and the effects of the pollen, she was full of energy, just like the rest of their squad.

Thus, if necessary, they were ready to fight at full strength. Right now, except for the slight fatigue, because it was already night, they were ready to show their peak.