Cain's eyes narrowed slightly as he heard those words, turning his head slowly to face Andrew. The son of Divine Calamity had chosen to side with Zoro against him. Whether this decision stemmed from genuine camaraderie with the Inferno Daemon or lingering animosity towards Cain was a mystery.
"It doesn't matter why," Cain thought coldly. "What matters is that mere words won't suffice now."
Cain's gaze shifted between the two formidable Peak Prima Deities standing to his left and right. Even if his plan had been flawlessly executed, even if no evidence existed that could directly implicate him, it was clear they intended to declare him guilty regardless. In their minds, truth was secondary to pride, and Cain knew exactly what that meant.
A heavy tension rose sharply as every Prima Deity in the fortress collectively held their breath. A sense of danger enveloped the area as Cain prepared himself mentally and physically.
