It was a casual observation Rocco voiced without much thought, but Laxus cut him off mid-sentence.
When Rocco turned to look at him, Laxuswore a troubled expression, his eyebrows slightly furrowed.
"Rocco, that's not how it works. This is a long-term battle. The mastermind didn't start moving just in the past six months. They've been at it for years—ever since the incident with Georgio. The enemy has been active all along."
"Ah! You're right!"
"The real fight is just beginning. That's why the two great families joined forces—to counter them. I'm sure the enemy is already preparing their plans to fight us head-on."
Laxus picked up another chocolate cookie and held it up to Rocco's mouth.
Grateful, Rocco took a bite and listened intently to Laxus's explanation.