A Doting Master, Reminisce

Whatever the reason, it did not change the fact that Hakros and Izroth—the first and last people to enter the Secret Realm—had arrived at different locations than the others.

In regards to Sychia, eventually, the others managed to catch up to and surround her.

She was able to hold her ground for a while, but the odds were too stacked against her. Ultimately, the Thousand Blossom Maiden was poisoned by Agromin and she was forced to use a lifesaving artifact to flee.

The artifact was a one-time use, but it teleported Sychia several kilometers away from her previous position.

That's when she stumbled upon this empty village with its residents hidden underground and decided to use the chance to recuperate.

'The fact that she was able to hold off against three opponents of similar strength and still found an opportunity to escape can be seen as exceptional. Though there is something else that I am curious about.'