As they neared the base of the mountain and the monsters on the plain, Zach raised a sturdy barrier around himself while his maids prepared for battle. They could feel the monsters turn to look at them, and Zach could feel the source of his bad feeling stronger than ever from deeper into the horde of monsters.
However, contrary to their worries, the monsters didn't surge to attack them in an unending tide.
They cleared a path straight into the plains.
"..."
"...This looks like a trap, Young Master." Nora offered up her advice, already aware of Zach's thoughts on the matter.
"I know," he said, taking a step forward, inspecting the monsters. When they didn't move and only seemed to follow him with their lifeless eyes, he continued walking. His maids had no choice but to follow him, their weapons and powers ready to lay waste to the monsters around them.
