章節 688: Learning of the Mysterious Stranger and the Shifting Balance of Power in the World

Nicholas's question immediately made the leader's expression change, shifting slightly as his eyes flickered with a trace of uncertainty. "Yes." He admitted.

"Our group was not sent to engage Dralys directly but to locate her, observe traces of what she has done, try to track her movements, and then report back. The Council of Elders are well aware of how powerful of an enemy the Wyrm is, even in her weakened state."

"We wouldn't stand a chance if she engaged in battle against us."

Nicholas's gaze sharpened. "So, you were bait," he said, his voice cold and calculating. "Meant to track her down and just get more information."

"Sorry, but even that makes little sense, after all, Dralys can utilize the space element, and if you had gotten close to her, you would have been revealed, and slaughtered, every single one of you."

"I doubt the Elders didn't think of that, which means that there is definitely more."