Chapter 65: Third Gate: Chasm of Tenebris (Part 4)

The City Lord brought Elliot to the tallest building in Tenebris to see the beauty of the whole city and discuss a couple of things. Upon reaching the top of the building, they went to an open balcony with a pool and bar at the side. The servants guided them to an isolated seat with the best view of the town. And indeed, one could see the beauty of the city in its fullness, from the position where Elliot and the City Lord was.

But despite the beauty, Elliot's mind was elsewhere again.

"Aww, I wonder when will I have your undivided attention," the City Lord teased Elliot. "I'm hurt. Here I am doing my best to be able to talk to you and yet you ignore me".

Elliot turned to him after staring at the night sky.

"I don't understand what you want from me, and me alone, I presume. Since you've always wanted to separate me from my friends this whole time," Elliot's face turned serious.

"Well, as I mentioned back at my home, I want you to be my successor".