While events progressed, the Hunters in the Dungeon had not remained idle.
“Let us investigate more of this forest.”
The Moon Church priests were particularly active.
“Time flows differently inside and outside the ruins. There is no need to divide into two groups. It would be best if everyone moved together.”
“Correct. Even if we take our time examining these vast ruins, hardly any time will pass outside. Brothers and sisters, gather here.”
“The Saintess took action for sinners like us. We cannot remain still. Let us do what we do best.”
As the Moon Church priests discussed and reached an agreement among themselves, one Hunter awkwardly tried to interrupt.
“Excuse me. Could we… talk…?”
“We understand that the sins of our Moon Church must repel and distress you. There is no need to accommodate us. We would only make you uncomfortable, so let each of us perform our own task.”
“No, don’t suddenly decide all that by yourselves.”
“We can only apologize for revealing an unpleasant truth to you. But after our Saintess went so far for the sake of the Moon Church, we cannot remain idle. We will ensure we cause you no inconvenience, so you need not worry.”
“I’m asking you people to talk to us. Are you doing this on purpose?”
An experienced Hunter grabbed the Moon Church priests by the backs of their collars and dragged them into the group of Hunters. The priests made confused noises but allowed themselves to be dragged away. As they stood there looking wilted…