"Hello, Diana," said Felix with cold resolve, staring directly at Joseph. The rest of the team exchanged confused glances, uncertain why Felix would address Joseph by that name. "It's good to finally see you again," he added, his voice icy and deliberate.
Joseph's team tensed, sensing the confrontation ahead. Mai, Mari, and Yuki could feel Felix's aura—it was overwhelming, far surpassing their own. Despite this, Joseph's calm telepathic voice echoed in their minds. "Stay focused. Engage cautiously. Felix isn’t who he used to be."
Yoshinori remained unconscious nearby, while the artifact rested untouched in the center of the ruined altar. The team’s gazes shifted between Felix and the artifact, the tension rising with every passing second.