A deadly mix of dread and frustration filled Darius’ mind. Chest sinking, he mused, “I shouldn’t believe what these people in black robes have to say. After all, they’re unable to exercise free will. Besides, they have no contact with the world, so their worldview is dictated by the mysterious figure behind Dream Investment Group. It’s crystal clear these people in black aren’t the good guys.”

He sighed deeply, placing both hands behind his back. Then, he inhaled the rich air around him through slightly parted lips. Many skills and abilities were oozing from the men that Darius could easily absorb into his body, so it did not take long for his strength to recover.

That set off a wave of panic in the two clad fully in black robes. They were both running toward Darius. Their figures darted ahead so fast that their shadows multiplied behind them. The figure that stood furthest away from Darius was now nearing him.

Meanwhile, Darius held his ground with both hands behind his back, gazin