The aftermath of the clash between the demons and Adam was tragically grim. Over twenty lives were lost, more than fifty lay wounded, and another hundred were scarred by psychological trauma. Despite Amarantha's adjustments to their memories, they still retained the haunting image of a man obliterating the demons.
However, there were silver linings, too, which worked in Adam's favor. From that day forward, he became the savior and hero of Varasima, an absurdity given that most of the victims were casualties of his actions. But choices were not abundant, and few remembered the actual sequence of events from the battle.
As Adam walked the road to King Varasima's estate, numerous curious and admiring eyes watched him, as if bidding him farewell. The only thing missing was a red carpet to complete the epic scene.
