Chapter 70: Five Huge Floating island

"I won't lie—the shadow has fallen," Alix continues. "But that will only be temporary. In time, I will restore the Shadows to their former glory."

A ripple of quiet determination passes through the group.

"Vaelith has the highest ranking right now," Alix states. "So follow his orders as you would mine."

Torik nods immediately. "Understood."

Vaelith steps forward, arms crossed. "Our first priority is reestablishing our network. We need eyes and ears everywhere."

Alix watches as the newly resurrected Shadows absorb his words. They may have been brought back to life, but their sharp instincts remain. The air around them brims with silent resolve.

"Before you go," Alix says, his tone shifting slightly, "there's something you all need to understand."

The assassins remain kneeling, their gazes locked onto him, waiting.

"This world… is not the one you remember."