Chapter 279: Freeing The Divine Guardian Beasts (Part Three)
’If that’s the case, I don’t think I can possibly have anything to exchange for your help.’ Annalise said as she thought about what he had just said. She had always felt like Esmeray was looking for something, and his words only confirmed her doubt. There was something out there that he wanted more than anything in the entire world. But exactly what could it be?
’You are probably the only person in this entire world who is eligible to make a deal with me. However... not in your current state.’ Esme replied while pulling her out of her thoughts.
’What do you mean?’ Annalise asked as she was confused about exactly what he was trying to say. He seemed to have both praised and downplayed her in a single statement.
’I’m just trying to say that you are way too weak at present in the most sophisticated way possible. Though the people around you are trying to make you grow powerful and stronger, they are being too soft with you. At this rate, you will need years of practice to reach your full potential, and you don’t have that much time; none of you do.’
Annalise wondered if his words were some sort of warning. Who else would know exactly what sort of calamity was moving toward their world if not him?
’If that’s the case, then why are you even helping me?’ She asked as she shifted her gaze back toward the witches, who were almost done with their spell.
’Because...’ Esme suddenly paused after speaking only one word, making Annalise wonder what he wanted to say. He indeed took his time to collect his thoughts before he finally continued speaking - "... that’s why I exist.’
’Huh?’
His words were even more confusing than his silence and despite her showing her confusion, the man refused to speak any further.