Suddenly, a black panther dashed out of the forest and spoke in human language, "Donāt attack, itās me!"
Under the astonished gazes of the three people, the black panther quickly transformed into a Tiefling girl with small black horns on her head, leaves and small flowers woven into her hair.
"You... youāre that Miss Druid from the Giant Blade Squad?" A lightning bolt flashed through Eliseās mind, and she blurted out.
Raine also recalled the girlās identity at the same time.
"Yes, hello Miss Priestess, and sir, we meet again."
"My name is Sulfur Vine."
"Are you planning to infiltrate the castle?"
Upon hearing Sulfur Vineās words, Raine and his companions exchanged looks, momentarily speechless.
After all, although they had met her once, they were not familiar with her.
And their intention to enter the castle was related to a rescue mission, so it was naturally inconvenient to disclose details.
Just then, Sulfur Vineās face showed realization, quickly understanding that Raine and the others mistook her for an enemy due to their uncertainty of her identity.
"Pardon me."
"Actually, inside the castle is a crucial stronghold of an evil organization called the Talin Association. My companions have already gone in to rescue someone."
"Talin Association?"
Raine and his companions exchanged glances again because neither he nor the two women had ever heard of this name before.
Previously, based on information from Laisa, they thought they were dealing with an assassination organization called the Farad Manor.
"Hmm? You donāt know?" Sulfur Vine widened her eyes, surprised at the young trio in front of her.
She assumed that, given their courage to sneak in, they had some understanding of their opponents.
To dare sneak in with so little knowledge?
Truly, the courage of those young and fearless!
"Your infiltration now will disrupt our plans."
"Moreover, you seem unaware of the level of enemies you will face. Their strength is formidable, and for you, itās insurmountable."
"So, I advise no matter what actions you plan, abandon them immediately."
"Miss Sulfur Vine, are you talking about the Shapeshifter or the Demon Mage?" Hearing Sulfur Vineās words, Reyaās heart sank, and she hastily inquired.
"Oh? You know Demon Mage Lilith?" Sulfur Vine looked at the long-legged girl before her with some confusion.
Just as Sulfur Vine wanted to say more, suddenly!
"Boom!!!"
A loud explosion erupted from the castle on the cliff!
"Oh no! Somethingās gone wrong!"
Sulfur Vineās expression changed dramatically!
She knew clearly that the original plan for this action was to sneak in discreetly, but now with such a violent explosion, it was obvious that an accident occurred.
"I donāt have time to talk to you; leave quickly, or you might not get away later!"
Before finishing her words, Sulfur Vine flipped in the air, transforming back into a black panther, swiftly climbing towards the castle!
"This..."
Witnessing this scene, Raine and his companions were momentarily dumbfounded!
"Raine, Elise, if itās like this, give me the Any Door Scroll, Iāll go in alone." Reya showed a determined expression on her delicate face and spoke to the two.
Given the danger of this mission, she naturally didnāt want her companions to take the risk with her.
"Weāre an Adventurer Squad; if we shy away from a little danger, how can we continue adventuring together in the future?" Raine chuckled.
Before Reya could respond, he quickly stepped forward, effortlessly leaping onto a protrusion on the cliff wall.
"What are we waiting for!"
"Looking from another angle, now is also the best time for rescue."
Raineās urging voice reached them.
"Hurry! Reya! Letās go!"
Elise glanced at Raine on the cliff wall, her big eyes curved into crescents, giving a sweet smile as she tugged at her still-dazed best friend, urging her on.
"Hmm, alright!"
Looking at Raineās rapid climb, a warm feeling welled up in Reyaās heart, and she smiled.
Soon, the three of them disappeared onto the cliff wall, entering the castleās sewer system.
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