Outside the secluded valley, on the grasslands, tension gripped the air as Mog laid out his conditions. Many individuals became nervous.
There were sparking discussions among them.
Not far away, Gene, who had brought the largest group of people, eyes gleamed with greed. He deeply desired to be in Enzo's position and consider Mog's terms. Living in the jungle meant death was unavoidable, and the deaths of tribe members were all too common. But opportunities to enhance one's own strength were rare.
Priest Lucy, on the other hand, remained solemn.
She worried that Mog might reveal the matter of the barren mountain's scepter. If he did, Enzo would discover her concealment of this information, potentially causing conflict and denying her access to the scepter.
However, advising against it now would also be inappropriate.
In the end, Priest Lucy chose to remain silent.
