Alex packed up lightly and, early the next morning, set off with Mila towards the Roberts family's secret realm.
Vincent indeed kept his word and personally led them to the entrance of the secret realm.
The entrance was sealed by a massive bronze door, adorned with various totems of divine beasts left by the Roberts ancestors. Under the sunlight, it shimmered with a mysterious aura.
Vincent formed a seal with his hands and chanted an incantation softly.
The bronze door opened in response, and a rush of rich spiritual energy hit them, invigorating their spirits.
"Mr. Watson, the secret realm is right before you. What you seek should be inside."
Vincent gave Alex a meaningful look, speaking sincerely, "This is as far as I can take you. The path inside the secret realm, you'll have to navigate yourselves."