The Mysterious Cloaked Figure's Power Revealed

A look of realization appeared on Seth's face. "So you were sent here by the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity.

The cloaked figure misinterpreted this as Seth being startled by mentioning the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City.

"Yes. Since you recognize us then––" the cloaked figure began, but Seth swiftly interrupted him. "The Divine Artefact is now under Paradise's protection. We don't need your compensation," he responded firmly.

Protection? The cloaked figure couldn't help but feel his lips twitch behind his mask. It would have been better if Seth had been straightforward and admitted that they were also interested in the Divine Artefact.

How else could they protect it without utilizing it?