Merlin walked toward the backstage area. It was vast and secluded, with a powerful barrier preventing anyone from entering.
Even if someone managed to break through it, an alarm would blare loudly.
Buzz!
Merlin passed through the barrier and gazed at the room before him in awe.
Countless artifacts, ranging from legendary to mythical, were neatly arranged.
"Welcome. Please follow me."
A voice came from his right. Merlin turned and saw that it was Arkas, the head butler of the Arden family.
Merlin gave a slight nod and followed behind him. A few moments later, he arrived at a hall that wasn't particularly large.
However, the interior was quite luxurious—and a little… frightening.
Several three-meter-tall statues stood around the hall, all taking the form of monsters Merlin had never seen before.
Standing at the center was Graham Arden, the head of the Arden family.
Upon seeing him approach, Graham smiled and greeted him.
