Upon entering the Dark Forest, the group decided to proceed on foot, guided by a specter, as they ventured deeper into the forest.
Along the way, they encountered numerous creatures, such as giant spiders and black worms with sharp fangs—creatures that made Xiao Hui scream in fright.
Most of these creatures were only Commanding level, living in the Dark Forest without any race civilization. The passing Monarch level undead easily dispatched them, turning them into undead that silently followed the group.
Intelligent creatures, sensing Alex and her party's presence, fled in all directions.
"These creatures are so disgusting," Xiao Hui muttered, stepping cautiously on the fallen leaves, wary of any large bugs that might suddenly appear. Despite her strength, she didn't act like a Monarch at all.
As they ventured deeper into the Dark Forest, the number of creatures gradually decreased.
Alex signaled for the group to stop.