James slowly raised his hand at that moment. “Mr. Wiktor, I am grateful for your advice, and I understand your concerns.

“I know it’s just an excuse when you say you’re worried that I’ll fall for the trap.

“What you and the others are really concerned about is that I may go down the wrong path, turn away from the teachings of the Path, and rebel against the governance of your master’s group.

“The fact that me and the unorthodox sectsʼ and factionsʼ members may turn into demons is rather alarming as well.”

Wiktorʼs eyes bulged with shock.

He knew James would surely arrive at these conclusions with all the knowledge and experience the latter had. Yet, he never imagined James would just say it out loud.

“I would have become a demon already if your concerns were valid.”

James continued, “As for those guys from the unorthodox sects and factions, they have such horrendous appearances and strange beauty standards.

“I like beautiful things, so I canʼt stand them.

“Hence, I’d