"Huh …"

As the crowd watched Graham hastily retreat, they were all confused. Their eyes widened in disbelief, and they wondered what had happened.

Graham, the respected grandmaster and leader of the Soul Reapers, had actually been scared away? What had become of his authority and dignity?

Lance hesitated before asking, "Master Thorne! Where are you going?"

"I have urgent business at home. I'll be back soon." Graham's trembling voice came from a distance, and he quickly left.

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