Upon arriving at their destination, the duo of Striders paused and glanced up. In front of them was a black mass. More specifically, it was a tall hill, towering around 200 meters tall. Jagged rocks protruded from its side, and the earth beneath their boots felt unnaturally still, as though even the wind hesitated to approach. Apart from the faint, strange sensation that it seemed to exclude, the hill seemed like the perfect spot to dwell before they continue their so-called journey to the northeast.
Klaus glanced upwards, a satisfied smile creeping onto his face. Shifting his gaze, he looked at Adrian, who seemed to sense his attention and turned to meet his eyes.
Suppressing the excitement that churned in his stomach, Klaus asked,
"What do you think? Do you think this place will work?"
Tilting his head, Adrian focused on the dark mound. For a brief moment, he hesitated then said:
