Chapter 144:
Something flew in but turned to ashes the moment it touched the net of light. It happened in the blink of an eye. The monsters’ fearful cries could be heard even here as they were unable to continue their attacks. The sky’s defense seemed complete.
‘But will that really stop them?’
It needed to.
I glanced sideways, checking the dark man’s expression from the corner of my vision. He was continuously stroking his chin, lost in thought.
What was he thinking? What if he harmed Greenwich or Liam?
What would happen if I attacked the king now? Should I try to draw his attention somehow? Or keep him talking? Should I try to stall for time here somehow to prevent him from interfering with the others?
My mind was in chaos. I’d never been in a situation like this. Even the voice in my head offered no answers. What could one do against such a being? It was just futile resistance.
Whether I was racking my brain or not, the king paid no attention. No, he rather looked disappointed that I wasn’t doing anything. He addressed me in a bored tone, as if scolding.
“I thought you’d act more interestingly.”