Chapter 732 Fighting The Hydra
Francus and Grigor approached the group of captives, who were now cautiously emerging from their hiding places. The captives, a motley crew of low-level mercenaries, looked exhausted and fearful but relieved to be freed.
"We came here for a simple mission," one of the captives, a woman with a scar across her cheek, explained. "Our task was to gather rare plants and herbs from Draconis Prime. But when we found this temple, curiosity got the better of us. We thought maybe we could find some valuable artifacts to sell. We never expected to be attacked and taken captive."
Grigor listened intently, nodding. "You were unfortunate to stumble upon a ritual site for the hydra. These creatures," he gestured towards the bound captors, "they're under its control, forced to provide sacrifices."
Francus, looking over the weary group, asked, "Do you know anything about the hydra? Any information could be crucial for us."