The deal was now complete, but suddenly Vlad's eyes sharpened, and a solemn expression emerged on his face, instantly capturing the attention of the two men in front of him. Elder Damian and Marshal Maximo paused their casual demeanor, sensing Vlad had something crucial to add.
"At this moment, the runic diagram is in your hands, and there's nothing the Zanis Association can do to prevent it from spreading throughout the Empire and even further," Vlad said calmly, his voice firm and measured. "However, I'm certain they will not simply accept their loss quietly. They will inevitably seek revenge against the individual responsible for creating the formation."
