[The sub-scenario – Food Acquisition has begun!]
The ground rats crawled out from the ground. I quickly counted their numbers. One, two, three…there were exactly 20. It was more than I thought. The group of ground rats drew a line and started threatening us. The moment we crossed the line, the fight would begin.
I said,
"There is no plan. We are beginners. It might sound cruel but honestly, I don't expect you to survive."
"T-That…"
"Still, all of you survive. Please."
Han Myungoh was the only upset one in the party. Everyone else was nervous but looked determined. In particular, Jung Heewon's eyes were very impressive.
"Okay, let's try it. Everybody, please live!"
"Then let's go."
I also knew who I must take among these people. As we took one more step, the ground rats moved. The battle began.
The party fought well. It was actually a little bit surprising. In particular, Lee Hyunsung and Jung Heewon who stepped forward with me were very influential. The battle composition naturally became the three of us in front with the other 7 in the rear. Less than a minute after the battle began, a few ground rats were struck to the ground with their necks pierced.
Lee Hyunsung overpowered another ground rat, wiped the sweat on his forehead and said,
"…I think I can live."
"The pattern is simpler than I thought?"
Jung Heewon invested most of her coins into strength. Her endurance declined due to it but the power of one blow was better than I thought. Her sword moved in a terrifying manner through the air.
"Damn, I lost one! Please!"
After succeeding in scattering the ranks, they ran towards the opponent who seemed the weakest using a hunter's instincts.
"Leave it to me."
However, the ground rats didn't know that they had picked the wrong opponent. A blunt instrument thrown by Lee Gilyoung's hands struck the head of a ground rat. The impact was lacking because he was a child but it was enough. The others could help him finish it.
Yoo Sangah's spear pierced the body of the ground rat. The ground rat twisted several times. Yoo Sangah made a confused expression but she didn't remove her hand from the spear. The ground rat lost its energy and fell down.
Then…. The other 4. Choi Han, Alberu, Kim Namwoon and… Cale. They were doing really well. I wouldn't expect less from the delusional demon and Cale but….
BANG! Bang! Shing!
Choi Han and Alberu were unexpected. But, I guess since their both Cale's friends it's no wonder….
"Ugh!"
Kim Namwoon and Choi Han used the swords they made to kill the ground rats. Alberu used taerang in the form of a gun. He didn't care if the others felt suspicious so he just used it.
Cale looked at the three people's backs and yawn. The ground rats didn't attack him so he didn't move. Then, he saw a flash and heard Kim Namwoon's voice.
"Cale-nim! Behind you!"
Kraaa! Pluk!
The moment Cale turned around, the ground rat jumped up in an attempt to pounce on him but Cale skillfully swung his sword and pierced the ground rat in it's mouth.
