"Isaac, you should leave now. The Fifth Queen must have already learned about Darius's death, so I doubt it'll take long for her to send the Ascender after us. I'll deal with him while you finish your task," Alice said, looking toward the panicking soldiers surrounding them.
Isaac frowned upon hearing her suggestion. Although Alice had become considerably stronger over the past few weeks, thanks to her System, fighting an Ascender was still beyond what he believed she could handle.
"Alice, I know you've grown stronger, but we're talking about an Ascender here. You shouldn't underestimate someone who has already cleared a Great Dungeon," he replied.
Alice smiled, displaying one of those rare smiles she usually reserved for him.
