"How is that possible? Did I see it wrong?"
The Singularity of Light rubbed his eyes in horror and disbelief.
But no matter how much he tried to deny it, the scene before him was real—it was the Halveran Capital.
His gaze shifted to the heart of the city, where a once-magnificent building now stood in ruins and disarray.
It was the Imperial Palace—the home of his son and the imperial family.
Without hesitation, he descended and landed in the devastated palace courtyard.
With a tight, aching chest, he walked slowly forward, his eyes scanning the surroundings. Just then, a voice called out from behind him.
"Father, is that you?"
Startled, he turned around and saw Daniel—along with his wife, Carmilla, and Erald and Rebecca.
They looked nothing like their usual regal selves. Now, they appeared disheveled and... afraid.
Their clothes were caked with dust and grime, their faces pale—almost bloodless.
