Rescuing these Holy Temple Warriors was not difficult. After finding the keys on those Cultists, Fina and Fang Zheng quickly unlocked the Chaos Shackles binding the Holy Temple Warriors. Free of their restraints, the warriors looked much better.
"Thank you both for your help."
The leading Holy Temple Warrior respectfully nodded to Fang Zheng in thanks. Fang Zheng had already explained his identity to them, and to his surprise, these Holy Temple Warriors had all heard, more or less, of his "heroic deeds." It seemed Knight Conan had told them plenty about what had happened in Shadow Canyon after returning to the outpost, so these Holy Temple Warriors treated him with considerable respect.
Of course, that was a good thing for Fang Zheng. At least he would not have to waste words earning their trust.
"No need for formalities. I came after them not only to save you, but mainly to find out what these Cultists are planning. Do you have any clues?"
"This..."
At Fang Zheng's question, the leading Holy Temple Warrior, John, showed an unpleasant expression.
"I'm very sorry, Lord Fang Zheng, but we don't know these Cultists' true purpose either. They kept their mouths shut the entire way, and we couldn't uncover any clues. The only thing we know is that they intended to take us to the Dark Marsh..."
"The Dark Marsh?!"
At that, Fina suddenly cried out. Her eyes widened as she stared at the Holy Temple Warriors before her in astonishment.
"Are you sure?"
"Yes. They said they were taking us to the Dark Marsh..."
"What's wrong? Is there a problem?"
Seeing Fina's pale face, Fang Zheng frowned and asked. Fina froze at his question, then shook her head.
"No, Mr. Fang Zheng. Perhaps I'm overthinking it..."
"Anyway, tell me what you know. No