When Adyr finished his tour of the market grounds and returned, the sun had already begun to lose its golden brilliance, fading into a black-and-white stillness that felt almost eternal.
The area had been massive, and he'd visited as many shops as he could, which had taken far more time than expected. Including the time spent flying back and forth, the day had already slipped away.
From above, he could see Colossith's massive body still in place, unmoving as it continued to feed. The city below showed no signs of panic. People went about their routines, seemingly unbothered by the colossal threat lingering nearby.
No one acted as if a towering titan had come to wipe them out. Life flowed with calm precision—a clear indication of how tightly the situation was being managed, and how much trust the citizens placed in their practitioners.
"Lord Adyr, welcome back."
