Payton closed the album resting on his knees. His eyes drifted toward the pond.
"Even after what we told you, you're still not giving up? In your place, most people would have already kicked the bucket knowing that the reason for the monster invasion is you."
"You're underestimating me. I'm not so weak that I'd stop halfway, and I'm definitely not stupid enough to care about other people's opinions. These people deserve the monsters. In the end, we'll all disappear anyway — so why give up? I'd rather live for myself."
"Hmph. We, the people of the Void Realm, don't involve ourselves in human conflicts. We act only when we know it's necessary to ensure peace in our own world. Why did your friend just happen to have a portal spell on hand? I'll tell you.
