I transformed back to my human form. Anastasia greeted me politely as I walked toward the group.
"Am I the last?"
I asked.
"Yeah, we got tired of waiting. Just how far did you go?"
Leo said.
"Sorry about that. But, I am not returning empty handed."
I said proudly.
"Well, should we compare our findings?"
I said.
"Then, I'll be first. The north side has nothing but mountains. There are some natural caves full with rare ores but we got no time for digging them."
Anastasia said.
"Both me and Shiina also don't find any clue along the way. But, we can see that the south area is filled with various earth and wind monsters. There's even Gigantic Giant Hornet Nest on the cliff."
Flint said.
"My turn is it? I found nothing interesting. There're some monsters on the way they are not a problem. The valley got some strong wind but it's still manageable. And when I reached the sea, I can't see anything but water. I can't tell whatever hiding under the water but I can clearly feel the malice even from the sky."
Eris explained. Everyone looked at me.
"Well, unlike you guys, I didn't go exploring too far. But, I got some information in exchange."
I said.
"Information?"
Everyone said questioning.
"I met with a disciple of the Priestess of Time. I exchanged some information with her as she also had some business with me."
I said.
"The most important information I got is the direction. Maximilian is located at the West of the gate!!"
I said as I pointed at the West.
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Or so I thought is.
"Ren-sama, you're pointing at the south."
Alicia said correcting. I turned my finger in 90 degree as heat rose to my head from embarrassment.
"West huh? Since it's already noon, let's have a quick lunch and depart right away as the number of suitable places for build camps might be limited. Besides, the aerial survey only can see the monsters lurking during the day. Nocturnal beasts can be more ferocious and more dangerous."
Flint suggested.
"I also agree. I want to arrive at the mainland as soon as possible."
I said.
"Why you looked so restless? And why we need to be in hurry?"
Eris asked.
"Actually, in six days, my demonic urges will reach it's peak for some reason. I need to isolate myself for a while."
I said.
"Demonic urges?"
Alicia asked.
"Something like this I guess."
I said as.i summoned my Sacred Treasure in inversed form. Black miasma floated around the black gauntlet and from it there were several skull shaped ones came out occasionally.
"My demonic side is too dangerous to be confronted by your current self."
I said.