"According to the history passed down, a Clourfuss has a unique condition where when they are born, their body immediately has a shadow creature"
"Therefore, when a newborn is born, a Clourfuss will be directly matched by a child from the Boreas clan. But in your case it seems that it will be more difficult and complicated. If indeed a shadow creature has inhabited your body from the past then at least the shadow creature is much stronger than as described by the chief"
Zach held his expression as he slowly followed Jack Miller from behind.
This wasn't because Zach agreed to it but because he wanted to hear more about Jack Miller.
"The thing that was a secret until now was the fact about the shadow creatures themselves. In public knowledge, shadow creatures are created from the rotten souls of the dead."
"That's true, but there's a further fact to that. Shadow beings are indeed created from the rotten souls of humans, but they're not limited to the dead."
"Under some circumstances even shadow beings will live inside humans who have no problems on the outside. It's the same state as you".
"Though I think it won't be long before this becomes known to the public. The appearance of three shadow creatures in three major cities is enough to prove that there will be chaos in the future".
"And according to my theory, it also has something to do with you successfully creating a sealing medium despite having no connection to the Clourfuss family"
Zach actually agrees with this. He thought over and over again, the presence of the shadow creatures was enough proof of the chaos to come.
"Then what about the wedding ritual you mean?" Zach asked as he started to get uneasy.
"Like I said, it will run smoothly if you really have Clourfuss blood in your veins. We members of the Boreas clan have discussed this before, you will perform the rituals of marriage with my youngest daughter"
Zach frowned as if he still didn't understand a few things. He walked to the rhythm of Jack Miller then asked curiously, "Is the intended wedding going to work like a normal marriage?"
Jack Miller lowered his eyelids slightly and sighed. "Yes, you will live as husband and wife for the rest of your life. That is on the premise that my daughter does not die at the hands of the shadow beings in your body"
Zach couldn't hold back his curiosity and kept asking questions, "Why did you agree to make your daughter do this ritual? What if there was an accident? what if what you mean is Clourfuss' blood isn't in my veins?"
Jack Miller was silent for a few seconds then took a deep breath, "Of course there is some concern about this. The ritual you are about to perform will basically start by giving feedback to the shadowy being inside your body to exit. If you have Clourfuss blood in your veins , then my daughter can neutralize it, but otherwise. I can't imagine what will happen".
"But as a member of the Boreas Clan, this is an obligation. I know very well that this is the thing that must be done as a member of the Boreas Clan. As you know, the appearance of shadow creatures is already a harbinger of chaos... or even the beginning of the second Dark Age."
"This is a risk that must be borne by our Clan Boreas. Clan Boreas has long served the Clourfuss Family. Previously I told you about the last Clourfuss who died right... At least your presence gives rise to new hope... If the second Dark Age is really happen"
After a moment of silence, Zach no longer asked. He first digested what Jack Miller said. Some things he still didn't understand, like the "Clan Boreas" that Jack Miller meant.
Although the reference to "Clan" is a general designation. But He had never heard of Clan Boreas.
Also one of the important points is the truth about the hidden Shadow Creatures. Even though, Zach could understand a bit of the reasons for this, but there was still something bothering him. "Why is such important knowledge kept secret? It's true that the existence of shadow creatures is considered a myth by the people in this peaceful time. But that is a piece of history, is there a good reason behind it all?" This thought came to Zach's mind gradually.
After walking for nearly ten minutes in a dark alley with lantern light, they finally saw a ladder leading up to the surface.
Just like the entrance stairs, it also only has a few steps that are not small in distance.
But before climbing the stairs, Zach remembered another important point, "High Priestess, There is a shadow creature inside of me. I admit that, but is there anything to make you sure that I won't harm or turned into a shadow creature like back in the church or in the dungeon?"
The question references Jack Miller's confidence to carry Zach and even alone. As far as Zach knows, there is no definite time when Zach will be possessed by a shadow creature.
"Hmm, it doesn't make any difference if you're locked down there. Sooner or later you'll be able to get out of there by destroying the door or digging up. Basically the shadow creatures that grow inside living humans are much stronger than the is dead"
"However, we are the remnants of a Clan that lived a survival in the Dark Ages. Each generation is passed down knowledge of this." Jack Miller took out a revolver that slightly resembled his own. And a purple bullet with a glass tip.
"All kinds of shadow creatures can't be permanently damaged by normal weapons. It takes a special technique to create this kind of bullet which can weaken the shadow creatures a bit. Even though it can't kill it, but at least if you rampage here, I can buy some time with this and escape"
Jack Miller put the Revolver and cartridges back into his jacket and then headed up the stairs. Zach who was watching followed closely behind, but with obvious caution.
As it rises to the surface, it's a familiar place for Zach. It was the garden of the Holy Cathedral. Within the Church setting, there is the so-called Prayer Church where citizens pray and the holy Cathedral where high priests and archbishops live.
Even though he had never directly entered that place, Zach felt familiar because he often saw it when he passed Milton's main road.
Of course this wasn't where they were going, but from here no police would stop them. Zach is a prisoner from a massacre case. With the lure of being dealt with by the church for a mental breakdown, Zach is in the dungeons.
But that's just an excuse from the higher ups to hide the fact about Zach and the Shadow Creatures.
"We'll take a detour and head to our Clan Boreas residence." Jack Miller closed the secret door of the path they came from.
Passing through Milton's main street would be quite risky, apart from lots of police, it was also quite a busy road. Considering that Zach is the son-in-law of the Franciss family, which has a big name, of course many will recognize him even if only at a glance. Because of this, Jack Miller decided to use a detour to Settel Street.
"Our Clan Boreas residence is at the foot of the Highland Mountains." Jack Miller glanced ahead.
Apparently they had been picked up by a horse-drawn carriage. Using a covered carriage would raise suspicion, because basically such carriages were only used by the mayor or other high-ranking officials.
In front of them was an ordinary stagecoach which of course could be seen clearly from the outside.