The Labyrinth of Echoes was a dungeon where time flowed differently. A single day outside equated to a month inside.
This was why Lucan was able to clear the dungeon and reach Maris just in time as she was falling.
He carried Maris to his room, laid her on the bed, and then retreated to his study, where he sat down and opened his notebook.
In the game, the Dark Crow appeared much later, but in this world, it emerged far too early, destroying the entire Solaria Sanctum. This was one of the greatest tragedies in the world, and now many were investigating it. Numerous matters needed to be addressed.
Lucan was relieved to have Kerum. He could handle everything for Maris, ensuring she wouldn't need to worry.
However, now Lucan had to be concerned about the Evil Magician. In the game, after the Dark Crow was slain, the Evil Magician would be born.