However, the only reason Layla seemed weak was because of Somuli's restriction. Moreover, the body she was using was only temporary. As a matter of fact, the owner of this body was a human who did not possess any innate magic and was on the verge of death. Since Layla was in dire need of a body, Ruin could only kidnap the easiest race with a human form for her to use.
Unless Layla found a suitable body, she would never pose a threat to Malek.
"Obviously, I have my way on how to handle them. As you may have already guessed, unlike those other Sovereigns fighting over that newly promoted Somuli Sovereign, I came to recruit the King of Armakea," Layla answered Malek's provocatory remark while masking her embarrassment for being overwhelmed by a mage with rather common innate magic.
