Alex had been in the Dwarven Ruins before, though not in person. Back when he had still been playing ELO, he had challenged the ruins a few times.
However, this was his first time entering the tunnel leading to the Morgim Trial, representing Oath and Honor.
As he walked deeper into the tunnel, something bothered him. It wasn't the seemingly endless length of the tunnel.
No.
It was the sound of footsteps from behind.
By right, all he had to do was to turn around and the mystery should've been solved, but no matter where he looked and how many times he checked, there was no one at all.
At least, not within the range of his eyes and the Mimic Lantern.
"Who's there?" Alex summoned Everguard, ready to bash whatever creature was stalking him.
A moment later, a mischievous voice reached his ear.
"Guess who?"
Alex didn't even need to make a guess since he recognized the voice right away.
"Lumi," Alex replied. "So I guess Lotte is with you as well."