After a prolonged silence, Matias drew in a deep breath and said, “Leave, Forty-nine. Pretend our paths never crossed today. Return to the Dark World and never return.”

James arched an eyebrow and asked, “You’re letting me go?”

Matias parted his lips, but his words were caught in his throat.

Wayra stared at Matias and hurriedly said, “Are you out of your mind? Tai Chi’s decree mandates that failure to eliminate him if we see him will bring disaster upon our entire sect!”

Matias slowly shut h