Abnormalities and Secrets

Earlier back in that vast barrenness where Eli and Venus had their confession, they made an important deal per the former Empress' request.

"You want me to keep this a secret from Hal and the others...? How come? And what part exactly?" the ash-haired inquired, mustering a dumbfounded look.

"Everything. Starting from the summoned creature's appearance down to when you used my power. Keep 'em shut," Venus explained with an austere expression, voice low yet vehement.

"Ehhhh...?! Isn't this such a big deal, though? Besides, we need to have a couple of things answered. Why weren't you able to return to my body and where exactly did that summoned creature go? We didn't have the Forbidden Book with us when we defeated it."