Ethan and the elders were locked in a mutual standoff, each wary of the other yet reluctant to make the first move.
In their hearts, they believed that cooperation was still the preferable path.
Amidst this tense atmosphere, the Shadow Elf, who had been observing silently, spoke up.
"I can attest to the truth of Ethan's words. High Priest Sherry, for some unknown reason, has fallen victim to the corruption of shadows."
"Under normal circumstances, as a High Priest of the Shadow clan, she should be immune to the influence of the Power of Shadow."
"However, High Priest Sherry seems to differ from her predecessors."
The members of the Shadow clan were skeptical of the Shadow Elf's claim.
However, the elders considered his words with a degree of credibility.
Sherry had earned her position as High Priest because she had caught the attention of the God of Shadow.
