His Concerns Were Not Groundless

Now, even the unconcerned Players were displaying dark faces. Those filthy aliens were just nightmare material. Even Jake was frowning worriedly. All of his Aether Skills based on heat and radiation would become completely obsolete against these monsters. This made the task much more challenging.

"It's a miracle you're still alive..." The handsome man spoke for the first time in a meaningful tone. "What tells us that you are not under the influence of these monsters?"

"I can't guarantee it. "Emiwan honestly admitted. "What I can promise you is that I have never been contaminated by this substance. I have no memory lapses and my behavior has never changed. Moreover, no matter how strong these creatures are, they know how to recognize a dangerous enemy. After a few exchanges, they left me in peace. It is the pirates under their control that have become infernal to deal with... "