However, unexpectedly,
Brother Mangzi's battle with Kaelitos did not last very long.
Perhaps it was because Kaelitos had gained some special combat domain after becoming Kindling.
In any case, only moments later, the battered and bloodied Brother Mangzi and Kaelitos returned to the Eternal Altar.
Seeing this, the King of the Future and Xilugaron naturally stopped as well.
"Comfortable!"
"Awesome!"
Although Brother Mangzi and Kaelitos both bore horrifying wounds and were drenched in blood, their eyes shone with excitement. It was clear that they had thoroughly enjoyed that battle.
"Though I haven't had my fill yet, let's leave it at that."
"I have a feeling you don't have much time left."
Suppressing his lingering desire for more, Kaelitos swept his gaze over the players, lingering briefly on Xilugaron alone.
"Where did that power of reincarnation's source essence come from?" Kaelitos asked.
Seeing this, the Storyteller and Yuanfang stepped forward to explain.
Endowed with the trait of wisdom, Kaelitos quickly understood the reason, a flash of realization passing through his eyes.
"I see."
"Then do your best."
Having learned the full story, Kaelitos was not particularly surprised. He merely nodded calmly.
He seemed unconcerned with the affairs of future generations. Whether the world could be Rekindled or not did not matter to him.
The Storyteller and Yuanfang exchanged glances, somewhat surprised. Just as they were about to ask something else, the King of the Future and Xilugaron stepped forward.
"War Kindling—I have something to ask you."
After taking a deep breath, Xilugaron stood before Kaelitos.
A strange look first flashed through Kaelitos's eyes. Only then did he nod, signaling for her to continue.
"After the War Era, I was sealed within the Suspended Sun Frost Tower. Corruption infected me, and I lost many memories."
"But I still remember an agreement between