Truth be told, the question was long overdue. The Alchemy Elder, the Disciplinary Elder, and even Lucy had spotted the shadow of a cruel training behind Liam's fighting style and murderous mindset. They had simply never asked out of respect for a fellow cultivator's secrets.
Melissa had even seen much more, witnessing Liam chant the Divine Cult's brainwashing creed. Still, she had also respected his secret upon his request.
However, that wasn't a cultivation matter now. Everything about the vibe hinted at the opposite, from Melissa's slightly sad face to the worry the fingers on Liam's hand conveyed.
That wasn't a cultivator probing another cultivator. Melissa was a concerned friend who looked sad at the mere idea of what Liam had gone through.
Cruel memories inevitably surged through Liam's brain. He lowered his gaze, dwelling in scenes that seemed to come from a different life.
