A Villain

"The Golden Shield was the party you created!" said Mirani as he walked toward Seref and held him by the collar. "I looked for you in Avarice dungeon every day, even after receiving this wound!"

Mirani showed Seref his missing fingers, but the man looked at them with apathy. Then, he turned toward Mirani with his golden eyes. Seref did not answer but grabbed Mirani's arm and twisted it.

"Do not blame others for your weakness, Mirani," muttered Seref. "I used whatever I could to grow stronger enough to be the vessel. Regardless of the sacrifices along the way, the end will justify the means!"

"They never do," said Mirani as he winced and punched Seref in the face. However, the latter did not try to dodge and allowed himself to be hit. Mirani took several steps back while Seref wiped the blood off his mouth,