Deep inside the dungeon…
The forest area had become darker and more dangerous
Kairo's group moved cautiously through the narrow path.
Suddenly—
The ground began to move.
SSSSSSSSSS—
A gigantic Black Anaconda Beast slowly slithered out from the trees.
Its massive body wrapped around several rocks like a living nightmare.
The bullies froze instantly.
T-that thing is huge!
We're dead…
Their legs trembled in fear.
But Kairo simply stared at the monster calmly.
Then he turned around and started walking away.
You guys can go to hell.
I'm leaving.
The bullies panicked immediately.
W-wait!
Please don't leave us!
If you go, we're dead!
Kairo stopped for a moment.
Then he looked back with a cold and aggressive gaze.
That's your problem.
I'm not saving you.
The bullies were almost crying now.
Please!
What should we do?!
Kairo sighed slightly.
Fine.
There is one way.
The four boys immediately leaned forward.
What is it?
Kairo's lips curved into a creepy smile.
Let me absorb 50% of your energy.
The boys froze.
That's insane!
But…
They looked at the giant snake again.
The anaconda slowly moved closer.
Its massive jaws opening.
Finally—
They nodded.
Alright…
We agree.
Kairo slowly stepped forward.
A dark aura spread from his body.
His hand touched one of their shoulders.
Suddenly—
Their spiritual energy began flowing into him.
The boys felt extremely weak as their power was forcefully drained.
The process looked disturbingly unnatural.
After absorbing their power…
Kairo stretched his neck slightly.
Much better.
Then he calmly said,
You know… I could betray you right now.
The boys' faces turned pale.
But…
You helped me.
So I'll return the favor.
Kairo stepped forward.
The anaconda lunged toward him.
SSSSS—!
But in the next second—
SLASH.
A single movement.
The giant snake's body split into two pieces.
The massive beast collapsed instantly.
The bullies stared with wide eyes.
…What the hell.
Kairo casually pulled out the monster crystal from inside the corpse.
Then he tossed it toward them.
Take it.
The boys looked confused.
You killed it…
Kairo shrugged.
You just need to act like you killed it.
But remember…
His eyes turned cold again.
If anyone reveals the truth…
You'll regret being born.
The boys nodded frantically.
Meanwhile…
In another part of the dungeon…
A student group led by Daren was fighting desperately.
Several White Wolf Beasts surrounded them.
Hold the line!
Daren shouted.
But the wolves attacked from all directions.
One student was already injured.
Just as things were getting worse—
BOOM!
A powerful strike suddenly killed one of the wolves.
Everyone turned.
It was Ketlos and his team.
His sisters and Louisa quickly joined the fight.
Together, they defeated the wolf pack.
Daren looked confused.
Why did you help us?
I thought you hated me.
Ketlos shook his head calmly.
I never hated you.
You were just overthinking.
He smiled slightly.
Let's hunt together.
The tension disappeared instantly.
Soon both groups joined forces and moved deeper into the dungeon.
Somewhere else…
Kairo walked slowly through the forest.
Behind him were the four boys from earlier.
Around them…
Several monster corpses were scattered.
The boys felt both impressed and terrified.
Finally, one of them spoke nervously.
B-Boss…
From now on…
I want to follow you.
Kairo stopped walking.
…What?
He slowly turned around.
You're not worthy of following me.
The boys immediately bowed their heads.
Please give us a chance!
We will work for you!
We will give you loyalty and resources!
Kairo stared at them silently.
Then he said calmly,
Then prove it.
Take out your hearts.
The boys froze in horror.
You're joking… right?
But Kairo's expression didn't change.
One of them finally clenched his teeth.
…Fine.
He stabbed his chest and pulled out his own heart.
The moment it left his body—
He collapsed dead.
The other three were trembling in terror.
But after witnessing his sacrifice…
They did the same.
Three more hearts fell to the ground.
Four dead bodies lay before Kairo.
Kairo looked down calmly.
Finally…
Something interesting.
But suddenly—
The bodies began moving again.
Their wounds closed.
Their hearts regenerated.
They slowly stood up again.
Kairo raised his eyebrow slightly.
…Oh?
The boys knelt before him.
We belong to you now.
Kairo smiled faintly.
Alright.
I accept.
Meanwhile…
In another area of the dungeon…
Princess and Amelia were moving cautiously with their team.
But something felt wrong.
Very wrong.
Because several powerful beasts around them had already been killed.
And they had no idea…
who was doing it.
To be continued…