The sky shimmered with stars. The grass was blue, and white glass-like trees with clear blue metallic leaves rose around them. In the distance, a river of mercury flowed, while a large mountain range covered in sharp azure crystals gleamed brightly.
"We are in the Starlit Mercury Garden," Louis explained. "The path to the third layer should be in those mountains. Follow me."
"Ah, such a long distance. I wasn't ready to walk this much," Agustina sighed.
"No complaining," Louis said. "It will be good exercise for your body. And this level of activity is nothing for us Sinners."
"Yeah!" Selene nodded eagerly, rushing forward on all fours.
"Let's go!" Melisa spread her angelic wings of light.
"W-Wait! Wait for me!" Agustina cried. She quickly infused spiritual energy and mana into her legs and began moving rapidly. "Oof…! Come on!"
She clenched her teeth, increased her speed dramatically, and finally caught up with Louis, who was running at near lightning speed.
