The ten members of the Council gathered in their usual meeting hall, but the atmosphere was considerably lighter than during their previous meetings.
Instead of tense expressions and worried discussions, most of them wore satisfied smiles as they examined the reports and artifacts delivered by Samuel and his team.
They had finally collected all the Demon artifacts they needed from the Ruins.
The achievement was no small matter. The Council had deliberately assigned these missions to Samuel and his team because of their difficulty.
The Ruins they explored were dangerous even for experienced fighters. Even with a capable team, the Council hadn't been certain they could retrieve everything.
Some of the missions were so dangerous that the Council considered the possibility of losing several fighters before they could complete their objectives.
Yet Samuel and his companions had returned successfully, bringing every artifact with them.
