Chapter 33
Clayton remained lost in thought, unaware of the growing tension among the group watching him.
While the strange rat didn't look particularly dangerous, its two oversized yellow incisors—stained with the dried blood of past prey—sent shivers down their spines.
The rat moved swiftly, nearly sinking its fangs into Clayton's exposed neck.
Puchi!
Fortunately, one of Clayton's ever-present mini skeletons leapt in to shield him, throwing itself between the rat and its master. The impact sent Clayton sprawling backward as the small skeleton shattered on the spot. The rat's attack packed a surprisingly explosive punch.
Snapping back to reality, Clayton scrambled to his feet and quickly retreated. Seeing him back away, the rat charged again—interpreting his movement as a sign of fear.
But what it didn't expect was a swift and powerful counterattack.
Bang!
The rat was flung aside, struck by one of the other skeletons. Clayton exhaled in relief, impressed by the quick response of his bone-white guardians. Before the rat could recover, another skeleton—the one wielding a hoe—swung it down with force.
Unfortunately, the rat dodged at the last second, and the hoe struck the ground with a dull thud. Even so, Clayton wasn't disappointed. On the contrary—now the remaining six skeletons had completely surrounded their target.
Sensing the perfect moment, Clayton gave the order.