Chapter 436 - Naeku [1/3]

Finally, half an hour later, Erik walked into the clearing with Aaron slung over his shoulder. Instantly, every single person panned their gazes in his direction with many different emotions. 

Mostly, it was gratitude and awe. After all, Erik and his allies not only saved them, but Erik solved the third ranker imbalance despite being a second ranker. A situation compounded by the fact that Erik had clearly won his battle, judging by the unconscious Aaron. 

But there was a palpable unease draped across the crowd due to the unknown status of Naeku. 

'I wonder how much of their adoration comes from that girl's nature affinity, and how much comes from her as a person,' he wondered inwardly. 'Not that it matters too much, I guess. She clearly has the qualities of a great leader, even without the motherly aura.'