Miusaliqi and Sainsai felt an instant kinship upon meeting. Each sensed in the other a temperament similar to his own, so neither blindly attacked first.
Then Miusaliqi discovered in astonishment that Sainsai was not only on the same Nightmare level as himself, but also knew the human language of the Holy Light Pure Land.
He could scarcely imagine that one day, he would encounter such a kindred soul within the Auling Labyrinth.
What shocked Miusaliqi even more was that Sainsai could actually understand his troubles.
"You mean, even before you experienced the labyrinth Nightmare, you had already recalled your past memories and seen through this world's falsehood?"
"And you explored this far all by yourself, without relying on the Truth Stone?"
"That truly is hard to believe."
After hearing this, Miusaliqi immediately asked excitedly:
"The Truth... Stone? What is that? Could it help me?"
Sainsai nodded in reply:
"Yes. It should help you gather more of those memories, but at the same time, you will need to bear certain risks."
As soon as he finished speaking, Sainsai took out the Tainted Crystal Dagger he carried with him and openly displayed it before Miusaliqi.
"Use it to pierce your skin."
"Then, your consciousness will instantly sink into the depths of darkness."
"If your mental strength is powerful enough, not only will you find the truth you seek there, but you may also have a chance to return to the present world with those memories afterward."
"Otherwise, your body will perish alongside your mind."
"If you are willing to accept this trial, I will look after you while you are unconscious."
"Come. The choice is yours."
After listening to Sainsai's explanation, Miusaliqi pondered for a moment before reaching out and taking the Tainted Crystal Dagger.
Even though he knew that suddenly entrusting