"Sovereign?"
Nikola's eyes widened in shock, staring at Velen with disbelief.
The hierarchy of power in the Upper Plane Universe was shrouded in mystery—even among its denizens, few dared to utter such titles casually. Yet here was Velen, speaking the word "Sovereign" so naturally. This filled Nikola with growing suspicion.
Where did Lord Velen even learn the term "Sovereign"?
If only Nikola knew that the two men standing humbly nearby in servant uniforms were actually Sovereigns from the Upper Plane Universe, he might well pass out from sheer fright.
"Lord Velen, my mentor is not a Sovereign… yet," Nikola replied honestly, though his mind swirled with confusion. "However, my grand mentor is an existence far beyond the Sovereign level—an overwhelming force of nature!"
Velen's expression, which moments ago had been filled with eager anticipation, instantly dimmed with disappointment.
