The dungeon was still heavy with silence.
The golden knight stared at Daniel's lifeless body with emotionless eyes. In the culture of knights, what Daniel had done—sacrificing himself to save others—was honorable. Even if he was an enemy, his bravery deserved respect.
The golden knight stood there for a moment longer, then turned to walk toward the King of Knights.
But suddenly... a strange, living wave of energy shook the entire area.
He froze. Turned back. His eyes locked on Daniel again.
At that moment, the Mother System's notifications appeared in front of Daniel one by one.
[One of your "Extra Lives" has been used.]
[Body is under reconstruction…]
[Status: Stable.]
[Remaining Extra Lives: 3]
Daniel's body started to heal with a deep red glow. His skin slowly regenerated, wounds disappeared. His eyelids twitched—then opened.
[One of the current "Fallen" must be sacrificed.]
[Please choose…]
