Everyone's eyes widen as Lord Varkin's voice echoes through the hall.
"Did that thing speak?" One of the Descragons asks aloud.
All the Descragons look at each other, surprised by the revelation that Lord Varkin can speak. Until this moment, they had considered him a mere monstrous creature, driven only by the instincts for battle and power. The ability to communicate was a distinctly rational and conscious trait, something that set them apart from the wild beasts.
Always prepared for any surprise, Kaizen did not let his surprise show, remaining calm and focused. He knew it would be a grave mistake to underestimate Lord Varkin.
"It doesn't matter if he talks or not," Kaizen said, raising his voice so that everyone could hear him. "Our mission remains the same. We defeat this monster."
