Raven observed his surroundings with sunken eyes.

Baltai was right.

The predicament could not be overcome with the two men’s current conditions. Not by themselves, at least. They would be able to put up a fight, but escaping the encampment would be impossible.

Even if they did attempt to run away, at least one, maybe all three, would die in the process in their current exhaustive states. Of course, Raven would not be killed easily, but it was different for his two companions, Karuta and Isla.

‘But…’

Raven’s eyes glimmered.

Baltai and the demonic army were prioritizing him. Even if Karuta and Isla ran away, they might not give chase, choosing to focus on himself instead.

Then there was only one thing to be done.

“…..”

Raven looked sideways towards Karuta and Isla as the soldiers of the demonic army closed in on them.

One was his loyal knight, and one was a friend who transcended species. And at this moment, Isla was not his loyal knight that followed his orders, but a true friend.

Raven knew that Elkin Isla was not a person who would leave his side even if he were facing death. Raven came to a quick decision.

“Elkin.”

“Yes, my lord.”

Isla answered while tightly holding onto his weapon,...