Her worry had only added to his burden
Okay, let's stop joking. Many half-breeds are waiting for our help," said Ronin, releasing his grip around her waist. They both adjusted their clothes and walked away from there.
Meanwhile, in the grand palace of one of the beast lords...
"Beast Lord, someone has eradicated the entire family that was under your protection in the border city," said the subordinate, kneeling on the floor with one knee.
The Heavenly Fire Horse Beast Lord opened his eyes and looked at his subordinate.
As soon as the subordinate felt the beast lord's gaze, he started sweating profusely. His back was completely drenched in cold sweat, and his body shook for a moment. Sweat beads slowly dripped down from his forehead.
"What happened?" the beast lord asked, then took his gaze away from his subordinate and closed his eyes again.
The subordinate began to recount everything he had read on the slip. After a few minutes, he finished speaking and glanced at the beast lord.