Zaratu's Thoughts

"Anything that needs bodies of people or monsters, not to mention needing blood and organs separately at times, definitely has something to do with black magic," Lyle stated with a solemn expression on his face.

"We already expected something similar to happen, which is why we came here to explore further," Nicholas said as Lyle sighed.

"Yes, but the bodies that were taken, the blood that is missing, that is a new factor that we didn't take into consideration."

"We should consult with an expert on this, tch, I should have brought him with us just in case, but oh well, can't be crying over spilled milk."

"Nicholas, I need you to create a barrier around me, same as last time you created a spatial barrier, I will add darkness around it."

Nicholas stared at Lyle with slight confusion before nodding his head.