Upon hearing this, Nehemiah’s expression darkened. After a while, he nodded slightly, “Yes.”

James asked, “What happened?”

Nehemiah had boasted about Dragonslayer during the day to attract James’ attention. James’ return was within his calculations. He knew that James and Callan were not here to have a glimpse of Dragonslayer but for something else.

Unable to leave Divine Sword Villa, he had no way of seeking help from the outside world. So, he answered James’ question honestly.

“About a