Casting those thoughts aside, Roland's expression turned serious.
"Qiao, those goblins—the green monsters you mentioned—are attacking us."
"My companion and I need to avoid them and leave this forest safely."
"So, I need you to scout the goblins' patrol routes and help us stay out of their sight. Can you do that?"
"Leave it to me!"
Qiao puffed out its small, furry chest, its big tail wagging excitedly.
"A simple task like this? I'll get right on it!"
Just as the man and squirrel came to a happy agreement, a weak cough echoed from the depths of the cave.
"COUGH, COUGH, COUGH... Roland..."
Dalko struggled to open his eyes. The pain radiating from all over his body had made it impossible for him to fall into a deep sleep.
Hearing the call, Roland gave the Red Squirrel a few more instructions, then deactivated the [Animal Companion] Trait.
A wave of slight dizziness washed over him, and Roland subconsciously rubbed his temples.
