Kapitel 569: The Guardian Council

Just as Derek stepped down from the podium, Rachel stepped in front of him with a hint of concern and confusion on her face, "Dad, what is all this? Did you even discuss this with the council?"

Derek gave a brief smile as he patted her shoulder and said, "I know all this might seem like a dramatic and exaggerated move, but it is not. Even if others think I have some ulterior motives, I know you will believe me when I say that this project is necessary for our survival in the future. Hellbringer only gave us a glimpse of how much more dangerous demons like him can be. What if they keep pulling more surprises on us? So it's on us to get ahead of them and secure our future."

Rachel felt conflicted since she could see in her dad's eye that he seemed to really believe in what he said. Was she overthinking or mistaken about everything?

"But the council-"