The inhabitants of Scarlet Summit had inhabited their small island for generations. Throughout ancient times, they remained secluded from the rest of the world. Few outsiders ventured to their shores, necessitating their self-reliance in all matters. Consequently, they lived in relative poverty and isolation. Over time, they developed a sense of entitlement, harboring ambitions of world domination.

Once a considerable distance from Nautica, Zachary soared into the sky. However, before he could fly far, a sudden exclamation of “ouch” escaped him, and he plummeted back to the ground. Emerging from a nearby river after his unexpected fall, he was on the verge of cursing when he noticed two figures standing before him.

Before Zachary stood a burly man and a young-looking woman, both clad in ominous black robes that emitted a palpable aura of malevolence, sending shivers down Zachary's spine. Trembling, he inquired, "Who are you?"

The man's voice resonated eerily, as though emanating fro