Chapter 394.2
Flora’s response swiftly appeared, initiating the dialogue between Eugene and Flora, with Aldrit acting as intermediary.
[Imagine the barrier similar to an imperceptible rubber membrane. You cannot breach it from outside, but perhaps one could traverse it without physical contact,] Eugene elaborated.
[A teleportation spell?]
Flora’s astuteness impressed Eugene, hinting at a depth of understanding reminiscent of sanctuary teachings.
[Precisely. Sang-je requires Anika for its objectives. Hence, it will undoubtedly endeavor to transport both you and me to the capital. There must exist a method to breach the barrier without violating its integrity,] Eugene proposed.
As Flora read the suggestion, a shiver ran through her. Mara’s ominous words, ‘to consume Anika,’ reverberated in her thoughts.
Recalling Sang-je’s deceit under the guise of the Great God’s will to bring Jin to the capital filled Flora with anger and disgust. Her resentment towards Sang-je only deepened as she dwelled on the memory of her perverse enjoyment in executing that task.
[What do you suppose the monster desires? Does it seek to return to its own world? Is that its true aim?] Flora queried, her words transcribed by Aldrit.
Eugene’s response materialized moments later: [I’m uncertain myself. However, it’s evident that fulfilling the monster’s wishes will entail numerous innocent sacrifices.]