Hearing Derik's word, the creator was left dumbfounded for a short while. Even though he knew the meaning behind Derik's words he found it hard to accept it. Consuming a God's soul is akin to suicide if the god in question wills it. Gods may possess powerful bodies but they are more lethal in their ethereal form. Unless Adinos allowed Derik to consume her willingly, it should be almost impossible!
The sudden disappearance of Adinos raised a lot of questions amongst the old gods. With Adinos dead their strength reduced but with the Beyond by their side, they could wait until Adinos reincarnates. Without her, their advantage over the new gods who have two monsters like Cyrus and Derik would be gone entirely.
"How?" The blood-red eyes within the darkness had their gaze fixed on Derik with hints of fear visible.