Chapter 495: Escaping the Forest's Grasp: Reaching the Beach

As Nicholas and Lyle caught their breath, they took a moment to assess their surroundings. The clearing they were in was peaceful, with sunlight streaming down through the canopy above, casting dappled patterns on the forest floor. Birds chirped in the distance, and a gentle breeze rustled the leaves overhead.

"We should rest here for a moment," Lyle suggested, sinking to the ground and leaning against a nearby tree. "We've been running non-stop for quite a while now."

Nicholas nodded, lowering himself to the ground beside Lyle. They both knew they couldn't afford to rest for too long, but a short break would do them good. They sat in silence for a few minutes, their breathing gradually returning to normal as they took in their surroundings.

Even they, two Grand Knights, got a bit tired after having to run away and come across plenty of powerful monsters during their way here, to the clearing.