章 784: A New Duo

A smirk curled at the corner of his lips. "So, if this works, we'll be walking out of here with a lot more than our freedom."

As Orion finished outlining the rewards, a soft rustling sound drew the group's attention. A sleek, muscular leopard padded silently into view, its golden eyes locked onto Findir. The creature moved with predatory grace, its spotted coat gleaming faintly in the dim light as it began to circle him. Its tail flicked rhythmically, muscles rippling beneath its fur as it kept its gaze fixed on Findir.

Not far behind, the elf from the night before approached, his movements as smooth and deliberate as his companion's. His long black hair hung loosely around his sharp features, and his piercing red eyes glinted with something between curiosity and malice. He didn't say a word, his intense gaze never leaving Findir as he came to a stop a few paces away, watching the leopard complete its quiet circuit.