Chapter 381.2
The lizard’s body tensed momentarily before the red energy faded from its eyes. Regaining control, it blinked slowly before darting away into the safety of a nearby crevice.
In the underground cavern, a translucent figure materialized above the dining table, gradually taking on a human form. Marra, now present, glanced briefly at the old men before addressing them.
“Did you achieve success today?” asked one of the old men.
Another chuckled, “Success? Looks like you were chased off again.”
Mara, frustration evident in his voice, retorted, “I keep telling you, she’s an Anika with a fiery temper!”
“You impudent fool,” another elder admonished. “You cannot simply abduct a noble lady and expect everything to fall into place. The world doesn’t work that way.”
Seated boldly before the council of elders, Mara voiced his frustration. “What exactly am I supposed to do?”
“Why do you seek our counsel?” one elder countered dismissively. “We have no inclination to aid your schemes.”
Unfazed, Mara pressed on. “Aren’t we on the same boat? You’re fed up with holding onto this magic, aren’t you? Then you should help me break this magic quickly.”