I crouched down, gathering the cores of the fallen monsters one by one, their faint glow pulsing with energy as I placed them carefully in my pouch. As I worked, I could feel Vitaliara's curious gaze on me.
[What are you going to do now?] she asked, her voice light, but her eyes sharp, watching my every move.
"Didn't you say you wanted to witness a good show?" I replied with a smirk. "It's about to come now."
As I continued picking up the cores, I glanced at her. "You must have seen quite a few strong people while traveling with my master, haven't you?"
Vitaliara tilted her head, her eyes narrowing thoughtfully before she nodded. [Indeed, I've met many strong people—mages, warriors, even those who dabbled in darker arts.]
I chuckled softly. "Have you ever thought about what they all have in common?"
