After bringing that creature back, Darian focused and carefully analyzed its insides. Within minutes, he noticed something inside its mind-sea — he was sure of it, a faint trace of Celestial Corruption.
His thoughts deepened as he studied it, starting to understand the surface of the enemy's plans. That kind of power could only be used by Risen Lords or by the Celestial Shadow itself. But such a tiny amount… it could only have come from the direct domain of the Celestial Shadow.
'This Array blocks the Risen from invading. So their plan must've been different… they probably used the Academy's traitors, who entered here carrying a tiny, hidden trace of corruption. Then, they used that on these creatures. It must be controlling them mentally. But… what exactly are they planning…'
Darian thought seriously. If Lucy were here, they could read all the memories and uncover the full truth.
