"Still naïve." Zoreth clicked her tongue in disapproval. "We are leaving them alive. This way, the army of this country will have to split their forces to deal with us and call back part of their forces.
"Also, the bigger the bounty on our heads, the fewer people will chase Theseus. They will look for the apparently easier and nearer target."
"And here I hoped you had learned the importance of mercy, Zor." Bytra said with a sigh, making Solus' eyes go wide in surprise. "Violence isn't always the answer."
"You are right, darling. Violence isn't the answer, it's the question. The answer is yes." Zoreth said, obtaining a reproachful glare from her wife. "Now, time for phase two."
A black portal appeared, swallowing the four of them. Once they walked through the Chaos Gate, Lith noticed a familiar landscape.