Ouroboros Record ~Circus of Oubeniel~ - Chapter 45: Exploring the Demon Woods 2 (3)

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She involuntarily jumped back and braced herself.

...... Did the tree just shiver?

"Trees that shiver?

Could it be a Treant, by any chance?

Mariano was referring to tree monsters similar to the spiritual creatures, which could move according to their own wills. They were called the protectors of the forest, and although they were generally mild-mannered, they would act mercilessly towards lumberjacks and humans who threatened their habitat. By attempting ...