Everyone present was equally stunned by this revelation. This physique was incredibly powerful, though not as powerful as the Luminous Physique when pitted against monsters. Its most unique feature was its ability to adapt to environments dense with dark energy and convert that power for personal use.

After his initial shock, Adrian finally understood why the dark hunters had been targeting Aubrey. If they could absorb her power, it would significantly boost their strength, and that was the reason why Bradley had wanted her dead.

Bradley’s plan involved setting up a formation that utilized the villagers as blood sacrifice in the mine. Then, he arranged for Aubrey to enter the mine and become part of the formation herself. However, Adrian's intervention thwarted those plans, leading Bradley to opt for a more direct approach against Aubrey.

Rean was utterly stunned. He had always respected Bradley, so it was difficult for him to accept when Bradley's true nature was revealed.

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