Everyone turned to the black cat; Justin didn't have any Night Patrol markings on him, and this guy was able to sneak in silently, moving through the Underground City effortlessly—all definitely due to having a specialized path.
As soon as Justin realized he couldn't rely on the dog, he immediately wanted to flee, but his tail was grabbed by the Dragon Mother and lifted up. Seeing the Dragon Mother's eyes, his body instantly went limp. The Ancient Dragon exerted an ancestral-level restraint on various spiritual creatures, which is why Justin dared not resist when he first met the Dragon Mother, letting her manipulate him as she wished.
"I know you don't really like being here, but once you complete this task, you'll be free," the Dragon Mother said, lovingly stroking Justin, "Be good, be brave; the Night Patrol will support you. You're my beloved Master Justin!"
