The Heartcram King's eyes burned with killing intent as he heard the tone behind Cain's words. The lack of respect was unmistakable. For a brief moment, he wanted nothing more than to tear the Scarlet King apart with his bare hands.
Yet Abraham did not lose control of his emotions.
Even without the Dark Blood King's warning, he would have hesitated before attacking. Cain's abilities were too troublesome. The power to redirect attacks, the mysterious golden lotus defense, and the strange depth behind his control of energy all made him an unpredictable opponent.
Against an enemy with so many hidden techniques—especially one who had already glimpsed the principles behind his own Ancestor Power—it was wiser to remain cautious.
Revenge could wait. Survival came first.
