Nngh...

This is unexpected, I didn't think it'd be this tough.

But still, these trivial injuries aren't going to make me give up!

I absolutely must find the gate for Eriole.

Hey! Hans!

I can't believe you caught up to me.

Since you're here, it must mean you were able to defeat Lugina, right?

He might be a bit rough around the edges, but as a leader of the Demon Slayers, he's more than formidable.

You must really have some power to have been able to defeat him.

Nngh...

Hehe, these wounds are nothing, no need to worry.

I just had a slight issue arise.

Now more than ever my aim is set on obtaining the hidden power that awaits here.

I wouldn't even let you get in my way.

Haha, what a frightful expression.

But still, I'm serious.

I believe the power that rests here can restore the world to the way it should be.

Do you know what it is that's waiting for us here?

It's a tower said to have existed since before even La Veda was founded.

La Veda may have even been built in order to keep watch over the tower.

In other words, what awaits us here is beyond important.

There are also probably countless traps that have been set to protect it.

Do you see what I mean?

If you do, then you'd better not progress any further.

You don't want to end up fighting me, do you?

He he he.

I expect that you'll heed my advice and turn back.

Well then, I'm off.

We'll converse again once I've successfully completed my objective.

Don't think I've given up on trying to convert you to our side.

He he he.