"That's fine, but you won't be leaving alive," John said coldly, sword intent swirling around him.
The roc sighed helplessly, then dropped to one knee. A surge of soul energy flowed from him as he willingly initiated a soul contract with John.
John was a bit surprised. "So decisive?"
"I'm willing to take a gamble. Besides, I trust Ben's judgment," the roc replied calmly.
He could see the resurgence of The Immortals in John, something that couldn't be stopped. It was better to align himself with The Immortals now rather than resist.
Buzz!
The soul contract formed, and John nodded in satisfaction.
The reason he accepted the roc's submission was to deal with the Azure Family.
Neither he nor the Azure Family members could break through to demigod level here, and the laws of the treasure grounds prevented them from fighting.
