Harper rolled her eyes and said, "I don't trust them. Being kind to the enemy is tantamount to being cruel to yourself. It will only become invite more trouble..." James interjected, "I believe them. It seems they are concerned for the Greater Realms' living beings. That alone is commendable, and I respect it." Quintus and Quentyn were overjoyed. Meanwhile, Harper glared at James with hostility, as if silently conveying, "You're so naive, it's almost laughable." James asked, 'By the way, Lord Goyois an Alcide being, correct?"

Quintus and Quentyn exchanged glances, then nodded in response.

James said, "As expected. Alright, although I trust your intentions, you can't stay with me inside the Gate of Mystery.

Quintus and Quentyn grew anxious. Before they could express their worries, James waved his hand and stopped them.This content © Nôv/elDr(a)m/a.Org.

"Xanthakos summoned you two not to confront me, but to fight Lord Goyo's faction for the Forty-Ninth Heaven."

"Though Xanthakos is despicable, he is part of our kind. If the Forty-Ninth Heaven were to fall into the hands of Alcide beings, we'd never have a chance to recover."

James looked at the two hidden emperors and said, "Hence, not only will I allow you to return, I will task you with bringing Xanthakos' Twelve God- Kings, Eighteen Emperors, and the Marauder Army back to assist him in defeating Lord Goyo and claim the Forty-Ninth Heaven.

Quintus and Quentyn exchanged glances, astonished by James' resolve. Never had they imagined their Chosen One to possess such foresight and selflessness. His concern for the Greater Realms' safety was sincere.

After a moment of hesitation, Quintus clasped his hands and bowed, "You indeed care about the Greater Realms' beings. Your magnanimity and virtues are crystal clear to US. I acknowledge you and pledge my allegiance until death." However, Quentyn stroked his beard, narrowed his eyes, and remained silent. Then, James received his telepathic message: 'The Greater Realms' beings are blessed by your compassion. I deeply admire you. However, do you comprehend the magnitude of the danger you will face in the future with this decision?" James offered no response but smiled and said, "Please wait a moment. I will release Xanthakos' forces."

With that, he waved his hand, and amidst Harper's discontent, he transformed into a light beam and returned to the Gate of Mystery.

Only then did Quintus turn to Quentyn, a peculiar smile forming on his face. Quentyn merely clasped his hands behind his back and took a deep breath. "Move away. Don't let your foolishness rub off on me." Upon returning to the Nothingness Formation, Harper immediately expressed her disdain. James sighed, glanced at Harper, and distanced himself with a bitter smile. Harper detested evil, but she did not understand him like Sophie. Perhaps it was because of a difference in status and perspective. Hence, the approaches to solving problems were different.

At that moment, Lesia, Yianni, Morgott, and Hankin gathered around James. "How did it go? Was the threat resolved?"

"What's the situation? It's been quiet for a while." "When will we make our move, James? We need a definitive plan."