Chapter 110: Dark Bargains

Darkness clung to the corners of the dimly lit room, and a heavy silence filled the air as Gabriel stood before the enigmatic puppeteers. Their identities concealed beneath masks, they emanated an aura of malevolence that sent shivers down his spine.

"You seek knowledge," the lead puppeteer hissed, voice dripping with venom. "But knowledge comes at a price."

Gabriel's heart raced, and he couldn't help but steal a glance back at the resistance members who had accompanied him, their eyes filled with trepidation and uncertainty. They knew that whatever deal he struck with these shadowy figures would have dire consequences.

"What do you want?" Gabriel finally managed to ask, his voice wavering only slightly.

The puppeteer's lips curled into a grotesque smile, revealing sharp, predatory teeth. "We want your unwavering loyalty. We want your soul."