While Isolde, Leonel, and Roz were locked in a desperate struggle against the Ice Troll, none of them noticed the faint movements coming from across the frozen lake.
A thin mist rolled low over the ice, muffling sound and cloaking shadows. Beneath that blanket of fog, another group crept forward — careful, and quiet. Their boots sank lightly into the snow as they crouched behind a mound of ice near the mountain's base. From that angle, they had the perfect vantage point to watch the battle unfold.
Jenny adjusted the monocle pressed against her right eye. The lens shimmered faintly as she zoomed in. "It really is a Hidden Boss!" she whispered, voice trembling with excitement.
"Shh!" Li hissed sharply, pressing a finger against her lips. "Not so loud!"
Jenny swatted his hand away, frowning. "Relax! They won't hear us from this far. Besides, they're too busy getting their butts handed to them by that Troll."
