Kapitel 637: DCXXXVII. The Icy Hand

"Mmmh... and what was that?" the Overseer said again, marvelling that magical powers came from a human being, who, according to the Xis knowledge, lacked any spirituality. "My colleagues had told me that the powers of you human beings had increased a lot in recent years, but I preferred not to believe those words. However, you have a compelling aura, old man" he continued, never looking away from Kranus.

"It is evident that your knowledge is not as absolute as you believe. If you continue to underestimate our powers, one day it may be too late for you" Kranus said, leaving his comrades speechless, who watched him astonished, not believing that such a wise man dared to outrage the Xis with those sincere words.

"You were born here, on Skjold. Don't you?" the Overseer asked again, curious about the truth, not knowing Kranus's past, who did not answer the question.

"I guess so. I wonder where the powers of you human beings come from. I admit my ignorance."