"Odyssey, this is where we met, so let's part ways here too!" Han Shuo said with a smile, looking at Odyssey and his companions at the spot where they had first run into each other.
This place was close to the Forest Trolls' settlement. After treatment with the Gorgon's blood essence, Odyssey could be assured of a full recovery. Over the past few days, Han Shuo's own injuries had mostly healed as well. Leaving for the outskirts now would not be too dangerous, so Han Shuo proposed that they part ways.
Every gathering had to end eventually. Odyssey and the others also knew that this place was comparatively safe, so after Han Shuo made his suggestion, Odyssey nodded reluctantly and said, "In that case, let's part ways here. I hope we'll have a chance to meet again."
Somewhat reluctant to leave, everyone said their goodbyes to Han Shuo and Trunks in turn. As the two waved them off, they finally moved away, heading toward the outskirts of the Dark Forest.
Only after Odyssey and his five companions had disappeared from sight did Trunks say, "With your body in its current condition, I don't think you need my protection anymore. It looks like it's time for me to leave too!"
Han Shuo looked at Trunks, shook his head, and said with a smile, "You can't leave yet."
"Why?"
"The harm the Madwin Merchant Guild did me made me very angry. Until I kill that earth High Mage Rian myself, my anger won't subside. Heh, I've noticed that your Manticore has often been disappearing for a while lately. Have you already found the Madwin Merchant Guild's trail and been planning to pick them off?"
At these words, Trunks said in astonishment, "It seems you really do have something mysterious about you. It's