Not observing the situation carefully before taking action is a major taboo for adventurers. Not only is it dangerous, but it also easily makes enemies. The behavior of these three individuals at the moment undoubtedly falls short of that expected of silver-ranked adventurers.

 

“This…”

 

The three of them were speechless. Their instinctive killing was triggered by seeing that golden-haired, golden-eyed elf, which caused their hearts to beat unconsciously.

 

This feeling of palpitation made it difficult for them to calm down, especially since the person they liked was right in front of this dangerous elf.

 

The purer the bloodline of the elves, the more unfriendly they are towards humans.

 

Kita and the others looked at each other, unable to understand why their vice-captain, Tarian, did not sense the dangerous aura emanating from this elf. What could be the reason affecting her danger perception?

 

Magic!

 

Kita and the others’ expressions became increasingly solemn. Elves were the darlings of nature, and their magic reached its peak. It was not inconceivable for them to possess magic capable of manipulating people’s minds.

 

No, even without elven magic, couldn’t the goblins here achieve the same effect?

 

Goblin commanders, the natural enemies of human females, had a highly infectious influence on the consciousness of human women. Women whose minds were not firm enough were easily induced by goblin commanders, leading to cognitive biases.

 

Among humans, this induction mostly involved deceptive rhetoric, but among goblins, it was a peculiar form of body language that could skillfully induce various illusions in human females.

 

With this elf raising so many goblins, would it not have a goblin commander among them?

 

The answer was obvious.

 

In this moment of realization, the three of them felt as if facing a formidable enemy.

 

But what was fatal was that their vice-captain was currently under the influence of this elf’s magic, her consciousness experiencing biases. She might very well prevent them from engaging in combat with this elf, just like before.

 

With a low whisper in the assassin’s profession, Zuo Jie communicated with the other two in secret:

 

“This guy is too dangerous. We absolutely cannot let Tarian stay here. We must get her out of the range of this elf’s magic first!

 

Go back and bring the old man. His magic should be able to counteract the magic of this elf and the goblin commander here.

 

The feeling this elf gives me is extremely off. Remember his features and ask others what kind of creature he is after we leave.”

 

The three exchanged glances and nodded one after another.

 

Kita: “Tarian, Auntie is looking for you. It’s getting late now. Let’s go back first.”

 

The other two also approached, keeping a close eye on every move of the elf.

 

Upon hearing this, Tarian also glanced at the sky.

 

It was already dusk, indeed time to return.

 

Tarian turned back to the elf gentleman and bowed slightly, saying, “I’m sorry, Mr. Le, my companions have caused you some unpleasantness. I will definitely teach them a lesson when I get back. Next time I come, I will bring some gifts to apologize to you.”

 

Upon hearing Tarian’s words, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, the influence of this elf’s magic on Tarian was not as great as they had imagined. It was good that she could go back with them.

 

The tolerant and generous elf gentleman did not show any displeasure. He just said with some regret, “Are you leaving now? Not staying here for the night? You’re guests from afar, and I was thinking of showing some hospitality.”

 

“No need, no need,” Tarian shook her head repeatedly, politely saying, “My mother is waiting for me at home, and I can’t keep her waiting. I won’t disturb you, Mr. Le.”

 

“Alright then. Since we have fate, let’s be friends. There will be opportunities in the future,” the elf gentleman nodded gently and led the four of them away from there.

 

Kita and the others were on high alert, even their eyes filled with hostility. They thought this elf would directly attack them upon learning they were leaving, but they didn’t expect him to agree so readily.

 

At this moment, Tarian also noticed the behavior of the three, feeling quite unhappy.

 

It was precisely because most adventurers often showed fierce and hostile gazes at others that adventurers were not well-received outside, looked down upon by others. Even she was often criticized.

 

As the elf gentleman led the four away from the plantation, they were about to reach a spacious area on the forest path.

 

Suddenly, there was a commotion ahead. Many wild forest wolves rushed out in panic, paying no attention to whose territory this was, and scattered in all directions.

 

Such a phenomenon often occurred when a great danger approached.

 

Then, from a high place, a goblin lookout urgently sounded the alarm bell.

 

In an instant, all the goblins here fell into panic, abandoning their tools and fleeing in a sorry state towards the direction of the goblin lair.

 

Seeing this phenomenon, everyone couldn’t help but be on guard.

 

Tarian quickly asked, “Mr. Le, what’s happening?”

 

The elf gentleman furrowed his brows and looked towards several directions in the deep forest, his expression becoming more serious.

 

“It’s the rulers of the deep forest. They’ve appeared.”

 

“The rulers of the deep forest!”

 

Tarian was surprised. Indeed, the rulers of the deep forest sometimes left the central area of the Misty Woods and entered the middle region, but she didn’t expect them to appear at such a time.

 

“Why do you say it’s them?”

 

However, Kita noticed a blind spot, which was the “them”. The rulers of the deep forest usually lived alone in their own territory and rarely traveled together. Even if they were of the same species or even mates, they were highly likely to fight each other, so they mostly lived alone.

 

The elf gentleman replied, “Because this ruler of the deep forest is accompanied by its cubs.”

 

“What?”

 

Everyone’s expression changed drastically.

 

The elf gentleman raised his hand slightly urgently, pointing towards the direction of the goblin lair, and said, “Follow me.

 

We need to quickly hide inside the goblin lair. When the ruler is accompanied by its cubs, its desire to attack is exceptionally high. Any creature within their sight range may be attacked by them. We must not let them discover us.”

 

Malicious people may say one thing, but fleeing wolf packs are the reality.

 

The panicked forest wolves fleeing to this territory confirmed what the elf had said.

 

Now, even Kita and the others dared not linger because they had no ability to confront the rulers of the deep forest. They had to hide quickly.

 

Under the guidance of the elf gentleman, everyone entered the dark, cold, and deep goblin lair.

 

Chapter 48: The Girl Knocks on the Goblin’s Door

 

Boom!

 

Immediately, a large stone was pulled to block the entrance of the goblin lair, and the scene of the fleeing wolf pack outside disappeared from view, finally allowing everyone to breathe a sigh of relief.

 

“Come down here. There’s a possibility of being affected by the ruler’s anger even here.”

 

The elf gentleman took out a glowing magic stone to illuminate the surroundings and walked ahead.

 

Kita and the others stood in place, exchanging glances.

 

With dangers ahead and dangers behind!

 

However, Tarian followed easily.

 

The handsome elf and the female warrior clad in bright armor walked together in the dirty goblin lair, a scene that seemed out of place.

 

The three behind, warrior Kurok and assassin Zuo Jie, protected archer Kita in the middle, as they headed towards the depths of the goblin lair.

 

Soon, the surroundings opened up, and the light became much brighter.

 

The goblins that had fled from the ground to here had gathered, and this place was a hall. In the labyrinth of tunnels, there were many other rooms visible.

 

The goblins here were all ordinary green-skinned goblins, and not even one advanced goblin was seen.

 

There weren’t many goblins either, only a few dozen.

 

These ordinary goblins, even dozens of them, pose no threat to them. What really frightens them is that elf.

 

After passing through the hall, the elf gentleman prepared two rooms for the four of them, asking them to stay separately.

 

The elf gentleman said, “For the time being, you can’t go out. The rulers of the deep forest often linger nearby for two or three days after appearing. During this time, you will stay here.”

 

“Wait a minute.”

 

Kita questioned, “Why do you want us to stay separately? Do you have ulterior motives? Do you want to divide us and defeat us one by one!”

 

Upon hearing this, the elf gentleman smiled but didn’t respond.

 

Just as Kita was about to speak out, he was stopped by Zuo Jie beside him.

 

At this moment, Tarian felt disappointed. How could her companions ask such a question?

 

Did they really expect her, a girl, to live with three gentlemen?

 

How big were the underground rooms here?

 

After the three of them fell silent, the elf gentleman continued, “My room is up ahead, and beyond that are rooms like the pantry, storage room, and ventilated kitchen.

 

It’s getting late. Miss Tarian, you and your companions rest first. I’ll go cook and call you when it’s ready.”

 

Tarian suggested, “Let me help. I’m good at cooking.”

 

“How can we let the guests do this kind of work? Please wait a moment, Miss Tarian.”

 

Once the elf gentleman left, Kita and the others gathered around, ready to talk to Tarian.

 

It would be best to confirm Tarian’s current mental state first.

 

But the next moment, Tarian’s gaze also turned to them, and she frowned.

 

“Kita, Zuo Jie, Kurok, do you think I’ve been influenced by him, right?”

 

The three were somewhat surprised.

 

“Tarian, do you know? That guy is very dangerous!”

 

“Should say powerful.”

 

After pondering for a moment, Tarian said, “I understand your concerns. He can control so many goblins, his abilities are definitely above ours. But if he wanted to harm me, he could have done so easily before you appeared. At least I can confirm that he is friendly to me.

 

But you guys are too reckless, even the goblins are calmer than you.”

 

“But your behavior just now was too strange, we were worried about you…”

 

Tarian’s face turned slightly red, but she quickly regained her composure and said with a serious expression, “What’s so strange about it? That’s just your misconception. Friendly communication is a necessary means of understanding the situation.

 

Don’t disturb… um, don’t cause me trouble anymore. If you really annoy Mr. Le, we might all be in big trouble later.

 

You guys stay here honestly and don’t mess around.

 

I’m tired. I’ll rest first and see you at dinner.”

 

Kita and the others watched Tarian enter the room, feeling silent.

 

After a long time, Kita looked at the other two.

 

“No, that guy must have a problem. Letting Tarian get too close to him, Tarian will definitely be in danger!”

 

Kurok, on the other hand, said with some concern, “Could it be that Tarian has fallen for that elf?”