Within the deep Shadow Forest, a torch-lit procession wound its way forward, resembling a long, coiling serpent.
The leaders of the procession were the most unlikely assortment of companions: a frail-looking, white-bearded old man; a girl with a youthful face; a handsome young man on a tall horse; and a ridiculously burly Panda People and Beastman.
"I thought it was just the environment that had changed; I never expected the temperature in here would be like spring." The Lord was wearing only a thin, short-sleeved linen shirt.
The temperature inside the Shadow Forest was much higher than he'd expected, so he had instinctively taken off his outer coat and draped it over his horse's back.
"It's true. Many of the Warriors are struggling with the sudden, drastic change in temperature." Masha had already removed her Clergy robes, revealing the tight Leather Armor and breeches she wore underneath, which clearly outlined her figure.
