Outside the party's room…
Three hooded figures approached the door with light footsteps.
"Are you sure about this?"
"Yes, the leader told me that we should abduct Larkson's niece as he pays him a visit."
"I don't know… I have a bad feeling about this."
"They're just kids. What could happen?"
"You're right, they must've hired some adventurers to reach the fortress."
…
The hooded figures conversed amongst themselves.
"Anyway, won't it be better if we're able to abduct that cursed child?"
"Yes, we can even gain contribution points from the cult."
SHUIKKK—!!!
At this moment, a long steel sword suddenly pierced through the wooden door, stabbing the hooded figure who had his back against it.
Blood splattered, much to the shock of the other hooded figures.
Creak—!!
The door opened as a boy with blonde hair and blue eyes exited the room.
"I'm sorry, ya'll were taking too much time chit-chatting, so I got a little bit impatient and…"
