The moment Varok asked the question, several eyes immediately shifted toward the scattered loot spread across the ruined courtyard.
Broken weapons, glowing materials, mana potions, and armor pieces still lay between collapsed pillars and cracked stone. Even the giant Velhari's breathing slowed slightly while staring toward the pile near the Knight Captain's corpse.
"Since I did most of the heavy lifting, I should choose first," Zich said calmly while brushing dust off his sleeve.
The giant Velhari immediately snorted afterward.
"You nearly died the entire battle."
"And yet we still won," Zich replied without shame. "Interesting how those things connected together."
Jayden's expression darkened instantly.
"You are seriously saying that after everyone covered for you?"
Helen frowned and spoke.
"He found the commander, interrupted the absorption, damaged the core, and kept the Captain busy most of the fight. What exactly are you complaining about?"
