"Huh, looks like we've reached the finish line." Zargos grinned, seeing that Adam's aura had calmed down. The nightmare no longer haunted him, for he had defeated it, just as he always did.
Merra placed her hand on her chest.
"He did it? He got the Dark Energy?"
"Not yet. Apparently, he passed the First Star's trial. Either way, all he has to do now is absorb its energy."
Merra wanted to say something, but Zargos stopped her with his intense gaze.
"If Morok really comes here with his squad, don't interfere in the fight. The five of them will quickly overwhelm you, and I won't be able to help you."
"S-Sure." Her voice trembled. She wasn't used to seeing him so serious. "I'll do as you say, sir. I'm sure you know what you're doing."
Suddenly, Zargos's expression changed from serious to a silly smile.
"Of course. Anyone would say I'm a fool for telling K4-Phantom about the Dark Energy so early, but look at this!" He waved his hand toward Adam. "He did it and—!"
