Followers of the Void (4)

"What makes you say that your proposal is at all agreeable to me?" I asked as I crossed my arms. Talvik, having now realized that I was not the farce he feared I was, tried to bring his smile back. But seeing my magic uncovered and blistering in the air, he decided to conduct himself more seriously.

"We know, o great one, that you are on a quest to finally vanquish this foul creature, something our beloved Archmage has thus far refused to allow or do. We possess information regarding its activities and last known whereabouts, and I believe you will find yourself surprised once we tell you."

Frowning, I sighed away another heavy chest before closing my eyes. My thoughts swirled inside my mind as scenes from both the past and present played within. Everything was just so overwhelming. Everyone and everything was out to get me, either seeking my demise or my help. Everything was for their own benefit.