[Alvar's POV—Guest Chamber—Regulfsson Mansion]
After hearing the truth—that the Divine Dragon had been awakened—I had been forced to confront a terrifying possibility.
At first, I thought it might be Leif. His aura, the sheer amount of divine energy he possessed… it was almost overwhelming when I found that he possessed divine power. That's why I kept visiting Thorenvald Estate, under the guise of concern, checking, observing… hoping, praying, that everything would appear normal.
And yet, each time, everything seemed… ordinary. Mundane. Safe. A relief—but a fragile one.
Because I knew the story that had been neglected.
The chosen vessel wasn't just a hero. The vessel carried a burden: if dark power attacked, if calamity struck, they would pay the ultimate price. One could wield enormous power, yes—but it came with a cost. A price that no one should ever face willingly.
And now… hearing Leif's words shattered that fragile calm.
