The emperor Edmond Royans asked them if they knew anything about the shift that occurred on the island. Emperor Edmond Royans' inquiry about the mysterious shift that had gripped Starlam Island left Jude, Layla, Susan, and Sophie on edge. The weight of his expectations and the thinly veiled threat of consequence hung heavy in the air, underscoring the gravity of their predicament.
"We truly have no knowledge of the cause behind the island's transformation, Your Majesty," Jude replied, his voice tempered with caution. "We are mere travelers caught in the midst of unfolding events."
Layla, her gaze unwavering, echoed Jude's sentiment. "We seek answers, but the nature of this phenomenon eludes us," she added, her tone respectful yet resolute.
