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Shin and Lorraine had regrouped with Owen and Ithilien who were accompanying Samael and Huahua. Diablo was also with them, but he rather hid in the shadows using his stealth skills while following the group's secret.
Shin could still sense that Diablo was around them, and he could accurately monitor his movements, so he did not bother him so long as he would follow them.
Owen and Ithilien had explained the situation to Shin as they ran toward the Maze Forest while riding their respective mounts at the fastest speed possible.
"The corrupted monsters seem to have been waiting for us to leave the base before they launch the surprising attack. Fortunately, the members of the Secret Society are on standby for this kind of situation," said Ithilien while riding her mount at the front of the group along with Shin and Owen.