Damian's hair fell forward, crimson strands obscuring his features as shadows pooled beneath.
His hands clenched against his thighs hard enough to make his knuckles go white.
The name hung in the air between them like poison.
Heaven Sealing Clan.
But Darius continued, his voice carrying warmth despite the weight underneath.
"That clan is one of the most powerful families in this entire universe..."
A pause, his expression becoming distant.
"If we don't take the Demons and Light Bearers into consideration, of course."
His hand gestured vaguely, the motion casual despite what it encompassed.
"Their arts and skills are legendary across every realm that knows their name. Even my eye skill, as powerful as it became, can't see through their seals when they truly want something hidden."
Another pause, his gaze tracking away toward something only he could see.
"And your mother..."
His voice softened fractionally, becoming gentler.
