At the very moment John attempted to unseal Ocean Sage, Mystery Protector, within the palace of Duke Arsena in Storm City, also came face to face with Duke Arsena.
Duke Arsena found Mystery Protector's arrival somewhat peculiar.
After all, Mystery Protector had previously informed him of their intention to return to the capital of the Northern Myst Empire.
"Aren't you supposed to be back in the empire's capital already? Why are you here in Storm City now? Did you receive new information suggesting that Storm City is about to face additional danger?"
Duke Arsena inquired with a slight smile.
At least from Duke Arsena's perspective, Mystery Protector had been quite helpful in the past.
Although there were some conflicts between Mystery Protector and John, putting Duke Arsena in a dilemma, he didn't intend to dwell too much on the matter regardless.
