Brand's eyes lit up. That monster seemed quite familiar with the terrain here, making it a bit troublesome if it was determined to play hide-and-seek with him. However, according to Otarais' method, perhaps they could trick the opponent into getting killed in one stroke.
He agreed in his mind, indeed not looking back as he moved forward. The Elf Sister had shared hardships with him many times, so he could absolutely trust that Otarais wouldn't harm him.
The two of them continued forward slowly down the corridor, their footsteps rhythmic, sounding like the pendulum of a rusty clock, ticking away. Brand kept one hand on the hilt of the Earth Sword, outwardly inspecting the surroundings, but in truth, his focus was on the rear, ready to strike the monster the instant it appeared.
After a brief moment, Otarais suddenly whispered urgently, "Left rear, behind the third pillar!"
