After collecting everything they needed, Shin and his two succubi left the crystal palace and returned to their makeshift shelter.
Remaining near the palace any longer would only increase the risk. The giant flowers were unpredictable, and although the palace contained countless priceless treasures, entering the dungeon itself simply wasn't worth it.
There were safer and far more efficient ways to become stronger. The forest was filled with useful resources.
For now, his priority was preparing the materials he had gathered.
Once they reached camp, Shin immediately set up a small alchemical workstation beneath the shelter.
"What are you making?" Mora asked.
"A monster repellent."
He remained focused, but the process was fairly easy. First, he boiled the liquid simply to separate its components. With that, they could concentrate the essence.
