Chapter 48 Hobgoblin.
"A dungeon?". Silvia’s breath halted, and she stared at the elevated rocky structure. On its surface appeared to be a massive maw that could fit several adults to enter.
The atmosphere stilled. An oppressive pressure hit her mind, making her breath shallow as she gasped for air. Her finger tightly gripped Jin’s sleeves, prompting him to glance to the side and witness her pale face.
"Silvia, you okay?". Jin calmly stepped back, took Silvia’s arm and guided her to a nearby tree, where he gently leaned her weak body against the trunk.
Silvia’s breath was ragged, and sweat started to stream down her forehead, drenching her outfit. "Yeah, I’m fine. Just give me some time to breathe," she murmured weakly.
"Take your time".
Jin summoned his translucent panel but only to face a frown, for the desired item was not presented. Of the many items from the monster carcass food, ingredients, and outfit, he still lacked the important part, which was a water bladder.
He exhaled and sat beside Silvia, overlooking the dungeon that oozed black miasma. He could feel it, his skin crawling with premonition, but right now, he was tied by Silvia’s presence, which was still gasping for air.
*Gyaak!
A howling of a monster reverberated across the field; it came from the maw that opened wide.
Jin’s body tensed as he jolted upright, straightening his spine. He gripped the Katana in his left hand and inhaled softly while his gaze forward.
"Ukh!".