"They say we have three years, but we only have two at most. If we wait until the islands are completely submerged, then even if we do manage to bring Darkness back, it will be pointless." Charles frowned as he spoke to Hahod.
"Yes, that's true. It's precisely why we're cooperating. By the way, I heard the higher-ups found a clue about Darkness? What's the progress on that?"
"We can discuss this at the Explorer Association. They have maps there, which will make it easier to show you."
Hahod nodded and fell in step behind Charles, walking toward the Explorer Association.
The main hall of the Explorer Association was bustling with people. Most were Captains handing over their missions. The din was comparable to a noisy marketplace.
A map of the Earth's surface hung on the wall. Its depicted area had expanded significantly and was now littered with icons denoting dangerous regions.
