Howard had already interrogated the old man, confirming his suspicion that he was Kaedwyn's father.
At this juncture, it would have been normal for him to plead for Kaedwyn's mercy, but unexpectedly, he did not.
Filled with resentment, he said, "That beast Kaedwyn deserves a terrible fate. He has committed all manner of atrocities, and I will not plead for him. My request is that if possible, please spare the others."
Howard, frowning, asked, "So if Kaedwyn deserves to die, does that mean the others are innocent?"
Kellman and Tina also looked on, eager to hear more.
"No, they are not innocent," the old man admitted.
"But many were driven to this path out of desperation. Think about it, young man - what times are we living in now?"
Howard was taken aback, reflecting on the rampant Night Demons and the widespread misery among the people.
However, he still didn't believe that justified harming others.