The monster, which had been rampaging wildly, seemed to grow weary under Ethan’s relentless assault and began retreating, step by cautious step.

Kuuu—

It let out a sorrowful wail and fled, casting glances back at them as if it couldn’t bear to leave entirely.

The creature’s strange behavior raised questions, but Ethan, visibly exhausted, collapsed where he stood and didn’t pursue it.

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Jose stood, following Harrison’s lead, his expression uneasy.

While the identity of the mutated monster remained a mystery, there was no way to investigate it further now. At least for the moment, the monster’s odd actions had spared Ethan’s life.

Had the fight continued, Ethan’s situation would undoubtedly have become dire.

Rather than chase after the creature, they chose to check on Ethan’s condition. His injuries, inflicted by numerous bites, appeared severe.

Emerging from the underbrush, Harrison and Jose hurried toward Ethan. As they approached, they heard him muttering to himself.

“She’s in the opposite direction, so it’s fine, fine…”

Head bowed, Ethan repeated the words until he suddenly cursed, raising his head.

“Damn it, it’s not fine! I need to—oh, shit.”

He froze mid-motion as he noticed Harrison and Jose, frowning at their sudden appearance.

Both men instinctively withdrew their hands, having reached out to help Ethan but hesitated after seeing the bite marks on his body.

Ethan immediately understood the meaning behind their actions. With a wry smile, he sheathed his bloodied sword.

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