The clay converts faithfully executed Gauss's orders, closely following the leading demon convert, melding into the trees and stealthily navigating the network of underground roots.
Along the way, more converts continually joined the advancing group, as if summoned by some special existence, all rushing in the same direction.
Through shared perception, Gauss vaguely captured their position. Even when separated by a distance, he could still outline their general route in his mind.
The deeper they went, the taller and darker the surrounding trees became, with twisted bark and trunks occasionally revealing grotesque human-faced patterns.
However, due to the increasing number of luminescent fungi, the environment became significantly brighter.
Gauss dismounted from the chocobo.
He left Golden Ears and the slingshot in place, with Ulfen staying behind to protect them.
The next area was no longer suitable for their continued advance.
