"Mr. Anke is indeed sharp; it seems, upon reflection, I truly held such expectations."
Fu Qian's sharp critique clearly left the Sanctuary members struggling to respond. Amidst several icy stares, the atmosphere suddenly turned tense.
Yet Feivel, ever seasoned and composed, not only signaled for the others to remain calm but even nodded toward Fu Qian in the next moment, readily acknowledging his statement.
Of course, that didn't mean his gaze wasn't cold.
The other party had already expressed his stance with utmost efficiency, declining needless exchanges, and also implying there was no need for superfluous emotional concealment.
"I understand your point, but I still have one question: since you have such a clear understanding of what might happen, why didn't you take the opportunity earlier to flee directly?"
Feivel gestured toward the Lady of the Holy Hall.
"While I don't believe you would have succeeded, it surely would have been somewhat easier than now."
