A Wild Place

"Elder Regalis, I am very thankful to you for taking Ricin under your tutelage," Alex said, trying his best not to show his surprise at standing before a living, breathing Monarch.

Regalis Naja was the Monarch of Toxin, meaning he had not only the best but also great control over both poison and diseases, making him a Monarch who stood at the far end of the power scaling.

The man, who was casually smoking a dark wood resembling a giant cigar, was hands down one of the strongest individuals to walk the Ancient world, and to say he was generous to teach a weak Vulture for months would be an understatement.

"I would believe your sincerity if you promised me the rare poison that is collecting dust in the Ruler's treasury," Elder Naja said with a grin on his face, and Varon was quick to deliver a reply.

"The answer is no," Varon said, and his speaking out loud showed how this was not something Alex could agree to.