The room fell silent after Gideon's revelation, the weight of his words hanging heavily in the air. Viktor's face was set in a grim line as he processed the new information, the tension between him and his father-in-law palpable. They had come to understand that Alaric was more than just a peculiar student; he was intertwined in a web of power and ancient rivalries that spanned generations.
Viktor took a deep breath, steeling himself before speaking. "Gideon, there's more you need to know about Alaric. It's not just his power that's concerning. It's his lineage. Thomas, Alaric's adopted father, once warned me that if we have doubts about Alaric, we should ask about his real father and grandfather. And I believe there's a reason for that."
Gideon's eyes narrowed, a flicker of curiosity and apprehension crossing his face. "Go on. What about his father and grandfather?"
