Lu Solar...?0

Ian's consciousness swept through the surroundings. But all he could see was the flickering light. His perception could not penetrate beyond that. However, it was clear that Lu Solar harbored no hostility toward him. Her gaze felt different from those of the entities of the void, or even Karha. It was warm and gentle, almost pitiable. Ian couldn't understand how he could sense this.0

What? Do you mean to say this happened regardless of your will?0

There was no response. The surrounding light grew brighter, and an apostle quest appeared in the middle of his vision as if answering his question. Ian, of course, declined the quest. And with that, it ended. The gaze disappeared suddenly, just like the way it had appeared. The light that had filled his vision faded away.0

"...!"0

It was as if he had been thrown back into reality. All his senses returned at once. 0

Ian was on the ground, panting. Reddish steam rose thickly from his entire body. The divine power of Karha, which had been neutralized by Lu Solar's divinity, spread through his entire body once more. It carried a peculiar heat, almost as if it were filled with anger. 0

Ian staggered to his feet, breathing heavily. The surroundings were now filled only with shimmering light. There was no pillar of light or force field in sight.0

"...." Ian gave a bitter smile and turned his gaze toward Gotheir....0