[Liem is content to have a taciturn partner for this outing, pleased to focus on the mission without being distracted by idle chatter — but he's equally pleased to have another person with whom to discuss his observations, especially given their concerning nature. He looks up briefly from the creature's insides as he answers, giving Sasuke a small nod.]

It could be either — though recent events at the Tree of Life make me think the latter is more likely.

[After one last look, Liem finally concludes his investigation of the carcass in front of him and rises from his crouch. There's no reason for them to linger, especially when the night is still so young.]

The monsters summoned there were not entirely unlike these. They were just as varied, certainly.