"You did good."
Lady Virelia's voice carried warmth as she stepped forward, her elegant figure appearing before Max with a proud smile that she did not bother to conceal. Her eyes, which usually held a calm and distant authority, now reflected unmistakable satisfaction.
Max inclined his head respectfully. "Thanks for the praise, Master."
His tone was steady, yet there was genuine gratitude in his voice. Although he had achieved the breakthrough through his own efforts and the power of the Chaos Tree, he understood that without Lady Virelia's guidance and protection, he would never have been standing here so confidently in the first place.
As their brief exchange ended, Max suddenly became aware of something unusual.
