While the intense confrontation between Avos, Mila, and Izmir unfolded, inside the grand Elven Castle, a new character materialized. He was accompanied by a group of priests from the Elven Kingdom, and his attire closely resembled that of the holy servants dedicated to the church. But in reality, he was no priest, nor did he aspire to attain the status of the holiest man. He was simply an ordinary player who had followed a trail of quest markers, eventually leading him to this pivotal moment.
Unperturbed by his surroundings, he proceeded casually, adhering to the quest markers thoughtfully provided to him in his new role. This enigmatic figure was none other than Janus, who still bore his in-game name, Hagane. Ever since the life-changing last encounter he had with Manato, he had dedicated his existence to fulfilling the wishes of Nobuhiko, the man who had given his sister a chance at recovery from her debilitating illness.
