Fortunately, Mother Isn't Here

This incident greatly shocked young Van.

If it weren't for the quick reflexes of Donald, who pulled him aside, they would have been discovered.

Once they found a safe place to hide, Van's face still bore a look of astonishment.

Curiously, he asked Donald, "Why did Shadow have to transform like this?"

Shaking her head, Donald replied, "I don't know. You can ask Her personally once we rescue Lord Shadow."

A hint of sadness flashed in his eyes.

"I'm not sure if we can bring Lord Shadow back... Perhaps Lucia is still preoccupied with digesting Shadow's soul, which is why she gave her subordinates some time off and seems a bit tired."

At this moment, one of the subordinates spoke up, "Your Majesty, we have prepared a hundred potential partners for you. Would you like to choose now or take a rest?"

Lucia pondered for a moment before wearily saying, "Let's do it now. Bring them in."

"Yes."

Van, hiding in the corner, was utterly shocked!