Although Lucien and the others had left quietly, their return was anything but.
Arriving with a creature most people had never seen sparked widespread curiosity. However, seeing the leader and his team heading deeper into the city, everyone understood that this was serious.
Upon returning, they went straight to the research department at the core of the city.
There, Daemon was observing the few humans working. These were the researchers of the shelter, and in terms of importance, they stood on the same level as the Semi-Awakeners. After all, they would determine whether the shelter progressed or failed.
Click…
The door opened.
Daemon looked up in surprise as Lucien and the others entered—but they hadn't returned empty-handed.
"Here," Lucien said as the insect was placed on the ground.
Daemon stepped forward to meet them, and they exchanged greetings.
