Zarek hesitated, his voice cracking slightly, "When he vanished into the abyss, fighting the very existence that created the world."
The chambers fell silent, and the tears in Aina's eyes could no longer be held back. They flowed freely. Eve felt awkward; there was a storm of emotions in her heart as well, but she managed to keep her stoic expression and brought her hand to console Aina.
Nox was also standing motionless, his fists clenched, the last words Zarek had said repeating in his head like a broken tape.
'Vanished into the abyss, fighting the very existence that created the world.'
Of course, he wasn't stupid.
He knew this existence was none other than the gods. At this moment, Nox no longer doubted the woman.
Eve, who had been silent for most of the exchange, stepped forward, her sharp eyes narrowing as she scrutinized Zarek. "If you're truly Arthur's servant, then prove your loyalty here and now. What are your intentions toward Nox?"