章 363: A Child of Ice & Fire

Aksai listened carefully, absorbing the familiar dynamics.

He was well aware of the rivalry between the factions, but Haitin's tone suggested there was more to it than just surface-level friction.

"The righteous and demonic factions," Haitin continued, "well, both sides keep a very close eye on each other. For their own interests, of course. It's not just about open hostility; it's about watching for opportunities or weaknesses."

Haitin's voice dropped slightly, adding a layer of intrigue to his explanation.

"It's common practice for each side to embed spies within the enemy's ranks. It's a dirty game, but one everyone's been playing for centuries. No matter how careful we are—no matter the kinds of screening methods we use—there's always someone on the inside."