With the Lizard Queen dead, it did not take long for Nagare to kill the rest of her brood. They were far weaker by comparison.

They made sure that they were as thorough as possible before heading back.

Even if one or two demon beasts survived, only about half an hour remained until morning. The sunlight would do the rest.

Nagare: ‘It sure is lucky that beasts of demonic origin are also vulnerable to sunlight’

Now turning back, he faced Shoyo.

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Nagare: “What you said before, did you mean it?”

Shoyo: “Until you keep your end of the bargain, I will be your shield”

Nagare: “You do realize you will be stuck with me for a while, right?”

Shoyo: “Then I do look forward to working with you, partner”

Shoyo extended his hand.

With a sigh, Nagare shook it.

Nagare: “Partner”

Shoyo: “I can also be your friends with benefits…”

Obviously, he was joking, but Nagare’s immediate reaction was worth it.

Nagare: “Not necessary!”

It was funny to see the calm and collected Nagare freak out over such a juvenile joke.

Shoyo: ‘I am going to have so much fun teasing the hell out of this uptight guy’

Nagare: “Now then, let’s head back. Master must be wondering what is taking us so long”

Nagare rushed ahead.

Shoyo: “Be there in a bit”