One by one, the guests bowed their heads and began to leave.
Some looked relieved.
Others looked shaken.
And a few… looked worried.
Within minutes, the Villa grounds cleared.
Only the Four Super Families and the Top Five Guilds remained.
Lucas turned to Aurelia, Kate, and Norton.
"Excuse me for a moment. I must report this matter immediately."
His voice was steady, but the weight of his words hung heavy.
"The arrival of the Ascendants… and the confirmation of their transformation into Nulls… is something that cannot be delayed."
His eyes were sharp, his expression unreadable.
"You may wait here or leave. Our meeting has already concluded."
Aurelia nodded. Kate frowned. Norton looked deep in thought.
Then, just before turning away—
Lucas's gaze locked onto Max.
And for the first time since the battle ended, his expression softened.
"Max, I hope to see you in the West Region in four months."
Then, with a single step, he vanished into the Villa.
