A Man Like None Other

“Mr. Darkmore, if others choose to act, that is their decision. We should refrain from getting involved in this matter,” Lauden stated, his expression growing stern.

He had resolved not to assist Jared, but at the same time, he was determined not to harm him either.

The Five Great Sects, after all, had no personal or familial connection with Jared, leaving Lauden with no obligation to intervene on his behalf.

“Mr. Delacroix, we-” Heinrik began, only to be interrupted.

“Enough,” Lauden interjected firmly. “I’ve made my decision. Once Jared and his companions leave our territory tomorrow, we will seal off the base. For the time being, no one is to enter or exit.” His hand waved dismissively, finalizing the decision.

silent, knowing

Five Great Sects, Lauden’s word

eyes lingered with a hint of greed. The opportunity presented by

room, Catina suddenly woke up, her face etched with panic. “Jared, wake up, wake up… she implored, shaking Jared

groaned sleepily. “How many times has it been now?

and he was grateful that Feenix, usually occupied with playing with the telepathic beast, wasn’t adding to his

a Decree of Execution throughout the Ethereal Realm. Whoever kills you will be rewarded with a hundred

out about this?” Jared asked, now fully awake and puzzled. They had been together the whole time, so it was a mystery how Catina could have known about the Decree of Execution from the

telepathy. I received the message in my consciousness

surprise was evident. “If you

use it for this. It utilizes the consciousness field for transmission. But it’s random; not everyone can hear it. I believe the people within the Five Great Sects must have heard it too. We need to leave quickly, if they’re aware

a knock at the door.