Adrian was confused, but Dakota just smiled and asked instead, "Young friend, you must be from the outside world."

"That's right." Adrian nodded. "We noticed anomalies in the Nine Dragons Secret Realm, so we came to explore and seek treasures. We never expected to encounter these events."

"I see." Dakota nodded.

Despite this, everyone was still confused.

Dakota gestured toward the grand hall behind him and continued, “Now that you are here, follow me to the main hall. All the secrets are hid