Third Person's POV
Instead, she had begun speaking about something that even the highest-ranking members of the empire apparently didn't know.
Shixea slowly continued,
"Originally, your father and I had no intention of revealing this secret to you so early."
"According to every historical record preserved by the royal family, the Glaciem Ice Abyss wasn't supposed to open for another fifty years."
"By then, you would have already become a well-established Crystal Formation Mage and would have accumulated sufficient strength, experience, and resources to safely pursue what lies hidden inside."
Her voice became noticeably heavier.
"That would have been the perfect time and opportunity for you to obtain that secret."
She paused briefly before letting out a quiet sigh.
"Unfortunately, none of us anticipated that the Glaciem Ice Abyss would awaken half a century ahead of schedule."
"Because of this unforeseen event, we no longer have the luxury of waiting."
