Lorenzo had encountered all sorts of demons and devils on his journey, yet now facing the Pioneer, he felt an indescribable sensation, as if a clot of blood was stuck in his chest, unable to expel it no matter what.
The feelings of the others were similar to Lorenzo's. At this grim moment, the Pioneer, who had been accompanying them all along and occasionally offering aid, suddenly revealed himself. From his demeanor and words, he seemed to be the Secret Keeper they had been desperately seeking.
"This..."
Lorenzo almost spoke but eventually swallowed his words, trying hard to calm his emotions.
This guy, who held the truth of the world, just casually walked over, sat by the campfire, and waited for their questions.
"You... are the Secret Keeper?"
"Hmm, to be precise, I once was," the Pioneer replied.
"Once? What do you mean?"
