Chapter - 53

Kaito Asura trudged through the thick underbrush of the cursed forest, his patience running thin. No matter which direction he took, the towering trees and dense mist seemed to stretch infinitely, trapping him in an unending maze. The air was unnaturally still—no wind, no signs of life. It was as if the forest itself was alive, preventing his escape.

"Tch… This isn’t just a normal forest," Kaito muttered, narrowing his sharp blue eyes. "Something is keeping me trapped."

He stopped walking and activated his skill.

"Monster Creator."

Dark mana pulsed from his body, swirling into a growing portal. From its depths emerged a new creation—a wolf-like beast with an elongated snout, sharp claws, and glowing red eyes that flickered with raw intelligence. Its black fur shimmered with an eerie energy, and its lean body looked built for speed.

"Find the exit," Kaito commanded, his voice cold and firm.