The room fell into a stunned silence as Kim's words hung in the air. Ramiras's eyes, inhabiting Peter's body, widened with a mixture of shock and dawning recognition.
"Impossible..." Ramiras whispered, his voice a blend of Peter's familiar tone and something far more ancient. "Unless... No, it can't be. You're not just any human, are you, Kim Jung? You're—"
He cut himself off abruptly, his gaze darting around the room as if suddenly remembering their audience.
The assembled guild leaders and Kim's team watched the exchange with bated breath, the tension palpable.
Ramiras's expression shifted, a mask of calm settling over his features. "Well played, Kim Jung," he said, his voice now controlled and measured. "You've certainly piqued my interest. But perhaps this is a conversation best had in private, don't you think?"
Kim nodded, his amber eyes never leaving Ramiras's face. "Of course. We can discuss this later."
