Outside the barrier, monsters roamed freely, their glowing eyes locked onto the humans.
The people inside the shelter trembled in fear.
"M-Monsters… so many…"
Some fell to their knees, praying. Others held their weapons tightly, hands shaking. Sir Choi grabbed the Guildmaster's shoulder, shaking his head.
"Let them go. There's no saving them now."
The Guildmaster clenched his fists but stayed silent. Some awakeners hesitated but ultimately followed the Venom Party, lured by greed.
The Venom Party leader laughed, looking back at those inside the barrier.
"See that? Nothing happened! You cowards can hide in your little cage while we get stronger!"
One of his men smirked—