Chapter 74 - 74: Or Did he Really Succeed? (1/2)

As the miasma slowly consumes Celesea, the once beautiful sanctuary transforms into a dreaded, forsaken place. The once abundant fields wither while sparkling water starts to dry up.

Everything is being contaminated by the poisonous miasma spreading out the land. Beasts and inhabitants alike are drove to insanity.

Meanwhile, lurking in the dark corners of Themis is an entity that observes these once formidable brothers. Meness and Noite are infamous during the Time of Change.

They have proven themselves during those times and done exemplar feats. They are one of Lady Emilia's trusted allies who brought many victories to their cause.

On the other hand, this person detested them the most and always wanted to exact his revenge. He is determined to drown everyone in despair and remorse.

For him, nothing more is more satisfying than witness them plot against each other. His eyes gleam in satisfaction as he looks at the young man sitting alone in the middle of the dimmed room.

Breaking these brothers' spirit and determination has been very difficult. They trust and always found strength with each other in whatever circ.u.mstances.

At present, he wants to continue to drown Meness in despair until he could completely control him. Now they are separated, he is convinced their bond has shattered, and he has won.

He disappeared in the shadows after confirming their separation. His scarlet eyes gleam in satisfaction as he witnesses their downfall.

Or did he really succeed?

Meanwhile, a shadow appeared beside Meness and leaned into him. He ensures no one eavesdrops as he discreetly shares his report.

Meness listens carefully as his face remains its stoic expression. There is a cryptic look on his eyes while he receives the information.

Not long, his subordinate has vanished as soon as his tasks were done. Meness rests his head on his palm as his lips curves upwards, bearing a satisfied smile.

He remains calm as he continues to contemplate the situation. Meness drowns in the silence of his lonely room.

Meanwhile, in the Celesean Mountain Pass, Noite and his men continue to take refuge and hid around these parts. A drizzle pours out from the sky while they gather inside a secluded cave.

Darkness still hasn't reached these parts but they can't stay for long. Soon, they need to move out and find a new place to stay.

Many of Noite's men were unfortunate and unable to survive the attack. It is already fortunate that the Divine Lord Foeni intervenes to save them from his brother's forces.

Noite is tasked with preparing meals and tends to their injuries. He concocts their medicines and makes sure they are recuperating well.

This is making some of his men uncomfortable. How can their Young Master serve them like this?

”Young Master, please let us help you...” one started.

”Please, let us serve you...”

Noite looked at them skeptically. He has allowed them to work those past few days, and he regretted it every single day.

After witnessing their capabilities, Noite retracts his decision to let them help out. These Shadows has no affinity to menial tasks like cooking and tending to anyone's injuries.

Why won't he?

These Shadow men are terrible cooks and can't even bandage an injury properly. He has given them a chance, and they failed miserably.

”I wanted to eat something decent. If one of you learned to create a decent meal, I wouldn't hesitate to entrust you with the task. For now, let me handle this.” Noite replied.

They have been serving terrifying meals, and the poisonous stew was the last straw. He decided to take charge and let them accomplish something different.

He let them gather the ingredients, and he was in charge of sorting them out. He is also tending to the injured men, and he is quite busy himself.

He started to recall everything they tried to serve him. The mere memory brings horrifying terror to him.

”But Young Master...”

”This won't take too long. It's fairly easy. Stay outside and guard the entrance. I am confident my brother won't be able to track us here, but it is best not to be lenient.” Noite ordered.

They can't do anything but follow his command while they all sigh and left. They understood why their Young Master wouldn't entrust them with these tasks.

After serving a deadly concoction, it is best not to let them prepare anything else than poison bombs. He doesn't understand how they can complicate a simple task like cooking.

Noite heaves a heavy sigh as they left. He thought they wouldn't leave him alone as he continues to insist on taking over with their meal preparation.

Noite started to miss his brother, Meness. Despite their disagreements and different points of view, he truly cared for him.