Inside of a spacious room sat Niko and Ivanic on a wooden sofa that resembled those used in medieval times. The sofa wasn't comfortable, but at least they had something to sit on in this new strange world. Both men were currently discussing the future and planning their next steps with more detail as a serious look could be seen in both of their faces.

At this point, Ivanic was the person that Niko trusted the most in this new world, and he was even like his assistant at times. Their discussion led to a few understandings, and they were planning to initiate them as soon as possible. They didn't have much time at the moment, as the other forces might try to take advantage of the fact he is lower level to take Niko and his territory down. After seeing how greedy his own humans could be, Niko wouldn't be surprised if the humans were the first to attack.

Their plan was simple, and in fact, Niko had already started the plan the moment they began discussing. By sending out his Rattans, he was able to get an Image of the area around the mountain. To Nikos surprise, there were quite a few more monsters lurking around, extremely close to his castle, especially Rattans. Other than Rattans there were other rat-like monsters that lurked around.

At this time Niko had also allocated his status points into mostly intelligence, however, he did place one into each, strength, constitution, and agility. After allocating these points he felt like a new person, as his body was much more flexible, durable, and stronger than before. His old body would pale in comparison to this new reborn one.

Nikos plan to build his army of spirits was coming to fruition and he could achieve all of it, but it seemed like time was his only enemy at the moment.

"You know, that human settlement called Tera might send people over and demand the territory from you.." Ivanic spoke truthfully.

"Who said I would give it to them?" Niko replied.

Ivanic spoke once more, "They might use force."

"So be it. As will I." Niko spoke seriously as a frown appeared on his face because he knew the reality of the situation. Tera was like a huge boulder hanging over his head and ti could fall at any moment. He needed to level up as soon as possible.

"Let's get things going. We need to level up to prevent the worse from happening." Niko broke the silence.

Ivanic and Niko agreed that they needed to go to the area around the castle, and within their territory and begin to hunt and improve. Thankfully, after Niko scouted everything out they were ready.

Both men stood up from the sofa which no longer was covered in blood from the previous battle, and walked towards the tall front door of the castle.

As they opened the large doors, they were welcomed by a beautiful blue sky filled with wandering clouds. The trees around them were also quite beautiful as the leaves swerved slowly as the wind passed by them. The trail ahead of them became much more unclear the further it expanded down the mountain as it became covered in cracks, grass, and dirt.

Niko was low key in awe at just how beautiful this place was.

"Such a beautiful place in such a cruel world," Niko spoke slowly observing the scenery.

Ivanic nodded, as spirits began to materialize behind Niko, and both men began to walk down the mountain towards the trees, slowly disappearing between the tree trunks.