Max walked down the corridor, his steps heavy with unease. Emperor Hermes had just informed him that Lady Divine wanted to see him alone. He pushed the door open to his chamber, where the faint scent of herbs and glowing runes filled the air. Lenavira still lay curled on the bed, her breathing shallow, while Lady Divine stood beside her with her hands clasped behind her back, eyes sharp and unreadable.
The moment Max stepped inside, her voice cut through the silence. "I've found out what caused her to fall into the Dark Elf state."
Max froze in place, his brows furrowing. "What?" he asked quickly, curiosity and dread knotting his chest.
Lady Divine's gaze shifted from Lenavira to him. Her next words were calm but heavy. "Infernal energy."
The name alone made Max tremble unconsciously, as if a chill had passed down his spine. His heart skipped a beat.
