Arthur didn't stand there despite having his strength weakening. He retrieved the Griffin's body from his storage and possessed it, leaving not even enough time for the old man to witness what happened.
He just saw a griffin body made of only bones appear before him and Arthur disappear right after.
Alerted and a bit speechless, he stared at the griffin which glared at him menacingly, he knew that Arthur must be controlling it, which increased his dread of this strange Dark Magic User.
Contrary to Arthur's expectation, the old man didn't start attacking again, he contemplated the large body of the Griffin then said
"If you're willing to surrender right now. I can guarantee your safety if you cooperate and can even help you become part of the Holy Echelon as long as the Dark Magic is purged from your body. Your abilities are top-tier and you would become a prominent figure with such power and talent."
T.h.a.n.k.s-f.o.r-R.e.a.d.i.n.g.
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