Chapter 9: Preparations Before Departure

However, when Terry went up to take a look, he did not even see a single hair from his kin, let alone the figures of those companions

Thus, in no time at all, five giant rat knights swiftly set off and disappeared at the end of the sewer corridor

They all died, they all died

The three mice reached halfway to the source of the firelight, but the giant mouse beneath them came to a halt, refusing to move forward even a fraction, no matter how they urged it.

In addition to the bright orange glow illuminating the entire curved pipeline, there is the overwhelming wave of heat that rushes towards you

Even if the enemy is a true dragon, as knights, they must spur their steeds and deliver their strongest lance strike of a lifetime against it

After all, the giant rats that have lived in damp and dark environments for many years have never experienced such a hot region

Although Nina learned that there were originally no monsters near this sewer entrance, otherwise she would not have been able to spend several months here safely

However, before leaving, it must properly renovate the environment here, striving to extricate itself.

They left the natural surroundings but still remembered to leave one person behind to monitor secretly, facilitating support

Never give up on any companion who may be saved! Also, never hesitate on the battlefield!

In Tairena's crimson eyes, there was only fear, as if that horrifying scene was still vividly etched in her memory

However, now, as soon as the strange and terrifying noise emerged, the already somewhat dazed giant rat knight immediately became flustered and confused.

This is no longer something we can handle, we must quickly report to the Lord of the Sacrifice

Therefore, after luring and killing the giant rat knight, he was already prepared for evacuation

They quickly established the regulations

Cold sweat dripped from its forehead, but was quickly evaporated by the scorching air

"Terry, what exactly did you see?"

They were originally lamenting and resenting themselves for not training diligently, which led to their not being selected by Lord Tuka

However, he does not let his guard down, even though he has just annihilated a considerable number of formidable monsters with overwhelming force

Now, this good opportunity to show oneself in front of the revered ancestors and in front of the rat companions has been missed for no reason

Then Terry discovered that unforgettable and shocking scene of his life

Gordon thought to himself

The leader, Terry, had no choice but to dismount from the giant rat, set down the riding lance, and step onto the scorching concrete slab

In the not-so-large magma pool, it was filled with floating and unstable white bones, and the magma was bubbling and emitting gas.

Three giant rat knights, led by a rat named Terry, cautiously entered the sewer pipe that emitted heat and a fiery red glow, with one in front and two behind

However, these ratmen are ultimately the elite of the ratman tribe; each one is an elite within the tribe, otherwise they would not be able to advance to become giant rat knights

Now that Tukasar is no longer present, these giant rat knights feel like a group of headless rats, akin to headless flies

First, go up and observe secretly. If there are any movements from the enemy, then act according to the situation.

It may be that there is an unknown danger in the drainage pipes that makes it fearful and want to escape, or perhaps the concrete slab beneath its feet is too hot.

Terry and the others did not communicate for long; the immediate priority now is to hurry back to the tribe and inform the elder priest about this matter

Although the number of corpses in the magma is unclear, given the earlier commotion and the current silence of my companions, it is likely that the entire force has been annihilated

After Gerdon finished exchanging information with Nina, he naturally knew that he could not stay here for long

We should return to find the high priest; it is likely that Lord Tuka has unfortunately met with disaster

They do not even know who the real culprit is!

Countless thoughts lingered in Terry's mind, yet he restrained his somewhat curious desire and slowly retreated

Skeletons, all are skeletons! None of them are spared!

The skin, fur, and flesh have all disappeared, leaving nothing but white bones

Terry endured the scorching sensation and jogged forward for a while, wanting to see what was happening ahead

Terry emphasized

However, if one observes carefully, it is still possible to see in the darkness

Terry suddenly felt a chill rising from the soles of his feet, spreading throughout his body, even the unbearable hot air seemed to have cooled down significantly

Soon, they left behind two giant rat knights waiting outside

Otherwise, would one just remain in place waiting for others to act as the Boss? Perhaps only those red dragons, no, the white dragons would fearlessly linger in place, waiting for their enemies to come and settle the score

I saw a pair of crimson eyes staring intently at the cave entrance illuminated by the distant flames

Then, he remounted the already restless giant rat, and along with the other two ratmen, one in front and one behind, swiftly departed from the sewer that had buried seven giant rat knights

Otherwise, it would be impossible to explain the current situation

Moreover, a ratman tribe capable of nurturing so many first-tier monsters must be a remarkable existence; it is possible that there are even a few second-tier or even third-tier ratmen among them

Run, hurry and run, you must tell everything here to the esteemed priest!

Nature is just the spirited and vigorous giant rat knight companion that enters the pipeline to capture human offspring

After all, this is Aio, the second-tier hatchling dragon, which truly does not amount to much in this sewer

Only a bone spear, which they had not yet had the chance to take away, serves as evidence of their presence

This is the spirit of chivalry

However, upon hearing Terry explicitly state the outcome of total annihilation, they still found it somewhat difficult to accept

Although there are not many that are stronger than it, they do indeed exist

The first step is to begin eliminating odors

In an instant, the incessant sound of chirping filled the air

A fellow rat person could not contain themselves and blurted out, if it were not for the fear of disturbing the inside with their voice, they would have asked long ago.

The rat people said to go back and report to the great priest, while another rat person reprimanded them for forgetting the spirit of chivalry

Terry could naturally discern from the outline of the skeleton that it belonged to a ratman, but regarding the origin of these bones?

If the situation is very serious, then promptly return to report to the tribal elder in charge of rituals

The once docile giant rat beneath me began to stir, occasionally shifting its steps.

But from this position, nothing is visible

Do not allow future visitors to discern any traces of the activities of the hatchling dragons here

However, with the reassurance of the rat people, they still did not make a sound

In an instant, everyone fell into an unknown drainage pipe

The continuous disturbances occurring in the drainage pipes have long since alarmed the once somewhat disheartened giant rat knights below

After all, no one can accept that just a moment ago, the half of the giant rat knights, who were exuberantly and confidently preparing to enter and capture human offspring.

After Terry went down, feeling the long-lost humidity and coolness, there was no time to explain to his companions, he simply said.

The arrival of the Giant Rat Knight this time may be purely coincidental

Then, amidst Nina's shocked expression, there was a splash as it plunged into the magma

Upon hearing these words, the other giant rat knights also displayed a hint of panic in their eyes, although they had anticipated this in their hearts

... ...

Daring not to make a sound, I quickly gestured the retreat signal used during training to my two ratman companions

Any lich hidden in the sewers, high-level wraiths, or even a dog-headed priest can easily leave him at a loss for what to do.