Third Person's POV
Fortunately, Ethan had stopped him before matters reached such a point.
Standing quietly behind Ethan, Elis also relaxed slightly as she arrived at the same conclusion.
The two women silently exchanged a glance before looking back towards Master Drogo.
However, Aria remained thoroughly confused, as she couldn't understand Ethan's actions at all.
Meanwhile, Erius' complexion gradually darkened.
Only moments ago, he had convinced himself that Ethan was nothing more than an arrogant fool whose pride had completely clouded his judgment.
Yet now, that conclusion suddenly seemed far less convincing.
For the first time since meeting Ethan, uncertainty appeared within his heart.
"W-What... what is this?"
Meanwhile, Master Drogo's aged hands trembled violently.
For an instant, he nearly threw the grey thorn away in panic.
The sinister aura radiating from it was unlike anything he had ever touched before.
