The other array masters nodded in agreement, their own expressions reflecting a mixture of relief and disappointment. Garok forced himself to exhale slowly, the tension in his body easing slightly.
"We must proceed cautiously regardless," Master Zephyr remarked, his tone firm. "The consequences of any oversight could be catastrophic."
With a collective understanding, the array masters resumed their work on the seal, their determination unwavering. Garok's facade of innocence remained intact, his gaze fixed on the seal as if he were fully engrossed in the task.
As the day wore on, Garok's relief was palpable. His calculated corrosion had gone undetected, and the imminent threat of exposure had passed. He couldn't afford to become complacent, though. He knew that he had to remain vigilant and continue to manipulate the situation to his advantage.
