Rowena was startled by her own conclusion, a deathly silence spreading in the room as she stole a glance at Lindong, secretly breaking into a cold sweat for her bluntness.
Since ancient times, the Origin Society has been the most important institution of the Holy City. She couldn't understand why the Lord of the Holy City would allow such a thing to happen, but it was clear she knew too much.
Not only did she know too much, but she had also expressed her thoughts at the most inopportune moment.
Rowena thought of the Second Seat's fate. Perhaps in the next second, some implant in her brain might melt down, and days later, she would be found by a patrol in an alleyway a few blocks from the High-tier Council Building, becoming yet another pawn for Lindong to spread panic.
