The growls of the incoming horde carried over on the wind, frightening the already scared children even more. To them, Hao Xuan resembled just as much of a monster as they did with his disproportionate arms and most of the lower body that was covered by a water-like substance. His eyes shining so brightly that even the immediate surroundings were being illuminated by them.
The boy standing in front of Hao Xuan was completely terrified. Hao Xuan could hear his weak little heartbeat beating so quickly that it might explode any second but he still didn't move a single inch.
He looked Hao Xuan straight in the eyes, holding back tears yet still managing to bare his teeth with such hostility that he could easily be mistaken for a spirit beast cub.
"Are you scared?" Hao Xuan asked, surprising the boy. He hesitated for a short moment before nodding.