Goblin Workshop In Me

137. Before the Storm

The aftermath of Ariena’s death was as widespread as her status during her lifetime. Illumination could no longer control their monsters. Currently, the creatures were no longer obedient hounds but wild dogs that could bite their necks at any moment. The monsters that escaped from Illumination’s rule scattered in all directions. Whether it was the mountains or desolated cities, monsters could survive anywhere.

They lived together in twos and threes, eating those weaker than themselves. But, when they crossed paths with Gruggles, they would run away without fail.

What was left of Illumination was the important matter. Ko Byeong-gap and his party observed them for the past few days as they moved about.

“If you look at their current route, the place where Illumination wants to gather should be this area.”

Seo Si-hee pointed to Gyeongsangbuk-do on the large map on the table. In it were the upper provinces in contact with Chungbuk and Gangwon-do.

“That’s strange. Didn’t all their golden members head down? Oh, you mean they’re coming up suddenly?”

Han Chang-hoon tilted his head as he asked the question. It was as he said. Illumination retreated right after losing their monsters. Even their smaller forces spread across the country flocked to a single point.

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