Garion and Dahlia stood at the edge of the beach with the hundred new disciples gathered behind them.
Garion looked at them, clapping his hands.
"Alright, everyone. The God Gym isn't far at all. It is just a few days of walking. So, keep up, don't wander off, and try not to die."
The group exchanged uncertain glances.
"Just a few days of walking."
"How bad can it be?"
Dahlia heard it and smirked.
"You'll find out soon enough."
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The first day went smoothly. The recruits followed closely behind Dahlia, who led the way confidently.
Every now and then, the forest shook with distant growling sounds of demonic beasts.
By the second day, those growls became closer and the demonic mana in the air made ven breathing feel tiring for new disciples.
Suddenly, the trees to the left rustled violently. A demonic wolf lunged out, black smoke trailing behind it.
All the new recruits panicked instantly.
"Demonic Wolf!"
"Stay back!"
"Protect the formation!"
