"...And that was when I finally discovered the truth, that the Apocalypse in that universe happened simply because the Gods got bored," Taufik said, his voice calm but edged with disdain. "...They turned the world into their personal game board, and humans were nothing more than pieces they moved around for entertainment"
Hearing that, Marzuki and Aksara both sucked in a sharp breath, eyes widening in disbelief.
"Then... what did you do after that, Father?" Aksara asked, leaning forward.
"After that-" Taufik suddenly stopped mid-sentence.
His gaze shifted, not randomly, but sharply, toward a specific direction in the garden. For a split second, something flickered across his eyes, a subtle glint of recognition... Someone was watching.
But instead of tension, a faint smile curled on his lips.
"...She's growing, huh?"
"Huh? What do you mean, Father?" Aksara asked again, confused.
Taufik didn't answer right away.
