Dark Queen's Offer

After exchanging introductions, Erix's voice was calm and unhurried as he inquired, "How did you become aware of the gaze following us?"

"How?" Lilith responded with a playful chuckle as she revealed the truth. "Because that gaze was none other than mine."

With a casual snap of her fingers, the sensation of being observed and the presence of the gaze faded from both Rin and Erix's awareness.

"Why?" Rin's brows knitted in confusion. "We've just arrived in the abyss."

"Because you two are interesting and talented. How about joining my guild as members of my dark troupe?" Lilith explained, her smile widening. "You'll have access to the best missions and even quotas in dungeons. As members of my guild, you won't even need to pay a 30% share."

Erix and Rin found themselves taken aback by the proposal but also intrigued by its potential advantages.