Though Xanthakos was screaming in agony, Thea and Youcef’s actions were under his control. In addition to cursing Youcef as a rebellious son, he developed an extreme hatred for Thea. However, there was nothing much he could do.

He was in a dire situation. He could either surrender the Gate of Mystery to James or hold onto it and endure James’ relentless torture.

While desperately enduring the agonizing pain, a purple-gold light emerged, and James’ Primordial Spirit materialized in the Nothingn