With that, Gerald successfully made it past his third soul bamboo, and with a swift attack, he instantly split it clean in half!

Walking up to Gerald, Torme then smiled as he said, “Congratulations for defeating your inner demon, Gerald!”

Slightly stunned that Torme knew about his battle, Gerald was prompted to say, “Sir… You… Knew?”

“Indeed. I saw all that happened in each of the soul bamboos. I also know what each soul bamboo here stands for. Regardless, had you failed to defeat your inner demon, you’d have ended up getting swallowed by him. If that came to be, I’m sure you’re aware that not only would your consciousness get sealed deep within your heart forever, but that inner demon of yours? He’d take your place! Thankfully, you managed to defeat him! I must say, you haven’t disappointed me at all!” declared Torme as he looked at Gerald with a satisfied expression.

Watching as Gerald nodded, Torme then added in a serious tone, “Inner demons are dark manifestations that exis