Envoy from Lost Continent

Commander Zax smiled.

"You are free to go."

His voice was calm, almost too casual.

Then, turning to his soldiers, he gave an order:

"You are all dismissed."

The soldiers nodded immediately, saying nothing as they disappeared one by one—

Leaving only Max and Zax behind.

Max was surprised to see that.

Commander Zax observed Max's expression and repeated himself.

"Max, you are free to go."

But then—

He hesitated for a brief moment, as if considering something.

Then, in a low yet firm voice, he added:

"Though you should be careful when you reach the Inner Circle."

Max's frown deepened.

"Why is that?"

Something felt off about this warning.

A commander from the Union Vanguard warning him?

According to the deal by them and his sister, they weren't supposed to interfere in his business.

But the sudden warning...

This meant—

It didn't make sense.