Aldric shook his head, pushing aside his thoughts, and tried to figure out how to open the massive gate before him.
At that moment, Noan and Malrik, concealed within a spatial veil, watched the scene unfold, their faces reflecting confusion.
"Oy! Did you hear what he just said?" Noan whispered.
"Master, I'm not deaf," Malrik replied flatly.
Noan: "…"
He really wanted to punch Malrik, but in the end, he managed to restrain himself.
"So…" Noan sighed. "What do you think? Do you know anything about the legend Aldric just mentioned?"
"Master, this is my first time in this place, and it's also the first time I've heard of the Insect Queen and Insect King. What do you expect me to know?" Malrik answered, sounding weary.
"I'm smart, knowledgeable, handsome, but that doesn't mean I know everything," Malrik added with a sigh.
Noan: "…"
Noan stared at Malrik with his mouth open, then shook his head, sighing. "Pretend I never said anything."
