The Lord of Shadow was furious, but didn't dare to express it.
Not only because the other party was his mother, but also because she was far more powerful than him.
If a divine war over the shadow divinity were to break out, this Dark Goddess would surely get involved.
In the short term, Gaven didn't want to get entangled with this troublesome figure or draw her attention.
"So, tell me your terms." What Mask had proposed earlier was more of a warning than a negotiation.
Ultimately, it relied on one's own strength. Once the opponent had indeed condensed the Shadow Godhood, it indicated they were ready for a divine war.
Through this series of conflicts, the Lord of Shadow gained a clearer understanding of Lady Strategy and her followers.
They were unlike enemies of the past, more adept at scheming, and their plans were intricately linked.
Such enemies had to be handled more carefully; otherwise, one could suffer significant losses.
