章 25: Chapter 4: "Monsters" Part 10

"Is John...?"

Concern etched across Luke's face as he inquired .

A solemn shake of Matthew's head conveyed the situation.

"He is alive, though he was unconscious, we woke him and directed him to assist the F-ranks while we rushed here."

Matthew explained.

Thomas, a menacing glint in his eyes, observed the blood-soaked Mark and Matthew's sudden appearance.

"These brats have surpassed us in strategy and coordination. So many of our knights have fallen to them, could they truly be backed by a formidable force?"

queried a knight standing alongside Thomas.

Mindful of their Baron's safety, they hesitated to face a potential superior power.

"Regardless, allowing them to live after what they have done would tarnish our reputation as Baron's knights"

declared Thomas.

"We spare two as offerings to our lord. KILL THE REST!"

His eyes aflame with bloodlust, Thomas signaled the onslaught on Cain's gang.

The four knights descended upon the five members with deadly intent.