Chapter 99: Access denied

The carriage rolled through the thick forest, its wheels crunching over gravel and twigs.

Made of dark wood, the carriage radiated a mix of luxury and menace, its sides decorated with detailed carvings that glowed faintly in the twilight. Golden trim lined its edges, catching the last rays of the setting sun.

Pulling this formidable vehicle was a huge boar-like creature, its bristling fur glowing with a sickly green tint, as if corrupted by some dark magic. Its tusks were long and sharp, capable of piercing a man with ease, and its eyes burned with an eerie, radioactive light.

Surrounding the carriage were the Mana Knights, a fearsome group radiating palpable power.

Their armor was a deep black, adorned with red accents that seemed to pulse with life.

Their mere presence made the air feel heavy, each knight a living testament to the raw force they wielded.