Ting!

The sharp sound of metal ricocheting rang out.

Si-Hyun’s hastily conjured barrier had deflected the sudden dagger strike. However, the shield, activated in a rush, failed to maintain its form and shattered into fragments, dissipating almost instantly.

“Hmm…”

The assailant, a female assassin clad in a blood-red robe, smirked as if she found the situation amusing.

Her cat-like eyes gleamed sharply, reflecting her predatory intent. Without hesitation, she lunged at Kurosawa Takeru again.

“You bastard!”

Thanks to Si-Hyun’s quick intervention, Kurosawa avoided a fatal injury. Drawing his auxiliary weapon—a dagger—he engaged the assassin in a tense melee.

Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!

Each clash of blades sent sparks flying. Despite being renowned as Japan’s “Divine Archer,” Kurosawa wasn’t just skilled with a bow. His physical prowess also made him a formidable close-combat fighter.

‘I never expected the dungeon boss to use stealth for a surprise attack…’@@novelbin@@

The ambush had failed. The assassin’s biggest advantage had already been squandered.

Roaring with confidence, Kurosawa shouted,

“I’ll handle this woman! Everyone else, focus on the bull!”

His voice was brimming with bravado.

Si-Hyun, watching him with a faintly disapproving expression, understood enough of his words to grasp his intent.

‘…He’s not going to win.’

The assassin was undoubtedly the true boss of this dungeon. Si-Hyun was certain of it. After all—

‘Isabelle…’

She knew this assassin. Knew her far too well.

‘So, you’ve crawled back again.’

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