Underwater city and strange feeling

Asher patiently waited for her emotions to settle as they continued fleeing. After some time, Olivia's voice turned soft as she began to explain the dire situation.

"They made a contract that every month, one female and one male of our race will…" Her voice trailed off, and Asher could easily infer the horrifying nature of this sacrifice.

His gaze grew colder as he looked up at the snow python hovering above them. The world was full of individuals who sought to exploit any situation to their advantage, and Asher had a deep-seated disdain for such people. As a former ruler in his past life, he despised those who preyed upon the weak.

Yet, for now, he felt helpless against these creatures. He didn't even know how to harness his powers effectively. The only means of self-defense he had at his disposal were his fins.