Friend

Kerian had a confused look on her hardened face. 

"Then… why need her body?"

Liam contemplated whether or not he should answer. 

Judging from Kerian's mental waves — at least, what Liam could understand from them — she wasn't intending betrayal or deception.

In fact, she was suppressing her aura in order not to intimidate Liam.

"I eat people to grow stronger," Liam answered. 

"I see," Kerian said with a serious face. "I am almost jealous. And kind of scared." 

A pause.

"What Abomination can you control?" Liam asked her as they continued walking, changing the topic. "I wasn't able to see you fight properly." 

"Two types, Sire," she answered. "A Physique Enhancer, and a Flame Shooter."

Instead of explaining further, she outstretched a hand, causing it to transform into a vicious, oversized claw, swirling with crimson flames.