Even though it was done reluctantly, Ryan ultimately remained alone in the forest.
With the rain still pouring down over the trees and the ground, his clothes were now completely soaked through.
He took a moment to patrol the perimeter on foot before mounting the wyvern, making absolutely sure that nothing was hiding among the rubble of the forest.
He didn't notice any signs of stealth either; upon using his skill, there was no trace of demons or holy knights anywhere in the vicinity.
Everything was seemingly empty.
'Good. At least I don't think there is anyone nearby who could have seen how they were relocated, so many people moved into the dungeon.'
Ryan mounted the wyvern and the creature responded immediately, taking to the skies with that smooth movement that had already become familiar to him.
From high above, the forest seemed much smaller. Ryan stroked its neck while they flew over the area in wide, sweeping circles.
