Chapter 1411
Chapter 1411: Samsara Trial
Chapter 1411: Samsara Trial
“So it was all about greed,” Cain reflected upon the cold truth he had discovered.
The Anima had, indeed, participated in a group expedition into ancient catacombs under Lady Azure’s directive.
Initially, everything should have been straightforward: find whatever valuables lay within, bring them back to Lady Azure, and complete the mission.
However, the temptation proved irresistible once they stumbled upon a remarkably impressive World Treasure.
According to the tale Lady Azure had provided in the mission briefing, Cain was led to believe that Aladon alone had instigated the bloodshed, murdering his own teammates to secure the relic.
Now, through personal investigation and gleaned knowledge, Cain realized that the version of events omitted critical truths.
It was not Aladon who first drew blood but rather another member of the team-a man desperate enough to kill anyone who stood between him and the treasure.
Overestimating his capabilities, that would-be usurper died in the ensuing conflict, though he managed to take nearly everyone else with him.
By the time the skirmish ended, only Aladon remained to claim the artifact.
That left Aladon in a precarious position.