Chapter 2016: First Contact

The twins' group continued their journey as usual. They fought a demon beast or two from the swamp every now and then, but they never stopped in the same place for long. That's because they noticed that the longer they stayed still, the greater the chance of more demon beasts coming after them.

"Could it be that our existence itself is what attracts the swamp demon beasts' attention?" Luan couldn't help but ask after Kentucky finished the last creature.

Rean thought about it for a moment. "Maybe... But let's not forget that we truly are living beings. We're not Devils or any other race from the Underworld. That might be why we're highly sought after in this place."

Suddenly, Kentucky's eyes noticed something different than the usual swamp-like landscape in the distance. After all, his normal vision was better than the others. He quickly landed on a tall tree before speaking. "Hey, there are some buildings up ahead on the swamp trees."