Ethan stood on the bridge of the Daemon race's starship, watching the stars blur into streaks of light as they entered hyperspace. The transition was smooth, a testament to the sophisticated technology of the Daemon clans.
Beside him, Rose sat comfortably, looking out at the cosmic display. She had finally agreed to leave the spire, and the relief on her face was worth the effort of convincing her.
Puffin, the strange white furball, was curled on her lap, his eyes glowing with a faint, rhythmic pulse that only Ethan seemed to notice.
Ethan looked across the seating area at Ryogu and the silent, towering guardian who stood behind him. The guardian was an Absolute Continuum Grade 1 powerhouse, a being whose very presence warped the air around him.
"You are from the Divine Realm, correct?" Ethan asked, his voice cutting through the hum of the ship's engines.
