Chapter 1227 – First Celestial
Lux stared at Lilith. "You mean…"
"Yes, darling." Lilith's crimson eyes narrowed. "It's a trap."
Zavros immediately stepped forward. "What?"
Lilith looked toward the communication crystal, which had returned to its ordinary translucent appearance. "Kaelmor knows the Seven Houses will attempt to contact one another after seeing Varakan's capture. He also knows their first instinct will be to protect their families and allies."
Lux slowly lowered his hand. "So he's using our communication network against us."
"Precisely. False messages, interrupted connections, fabricated emergencies. He can make one House believe another has fallen, or convince a Lord that someone precious to them is in immediate danger."
Lilith folded her arms. "And when they rush to help…"
"They walk straight into his trap," Lux finished.
The realization left an unpleasant taste in his mouth.
