Aengus quickly morphed back into his humanoid form, the power of his recent transformation still coursing through his veins. He looked at his subordinates, who stared back at him with awe, their eyes reflecting a mix of fear and reverence, like fanatical devotees witnessing a divine miracle.
"Congratulations, my lord!" Sienna and her father spoke in unison, their heads slightly bowed. Though their hearts were in turmoil, they masked their fear with forced smiles, knowing that showing any doubt could mean their end.
Butler Yu and the other subordinates quickly followed suit, their voices rising in a chorus of flattery. "Yes, my lord. Congratulations on becoming even more powerful!"
