Over the years, Academy City had conducted secret research, yet the more they delved, the more despair they felt.
No matter how they strategized or united, they could not defeat The Celestial.
It was as if they were drowning in an endless ocean, helpless against their inevitable fate.
But with Owen's emergence, they saw a glimmer of hope—perhaps their last chance.
So, they decided to risk some of Academy City's resources to achieve their ultimate dream: to destroy The Celestial.
Others could not understand why Academy City, known for its neutrality, had changed its stance so drastically.
But seeing such a colossal entity submit, they realized time was running out to decide.
"I, from the Shadow Clan, wish to serve under Mr. Owen!"
Suddenly, shadows rippled in the grand hall, and a dark figure, barely noticeable, appeared before Owen, kneeling.
"Shadow Clan?"
The crowd was visibly stunned.
