"I'll help you," she said.
Her words undoubtedly carried no malice, and her arrival could be seen as an act of goodwill. Yet, a terrifying chill pierced through Gongsun Ce's spirit at that moment, making him tremble uncontrollably. Gongsun Ce suddenly recalled how close to mental collapse he was after communicating with the one-eyed man, and thought of those giant dragon worshippers, all his worries coalescing into Mr. Lan's enigmatic smile.
I just talked with them, Mr. Lan said, they went mad after leaving.
"No, stop!" Gongsun Ce roared, "I don't need your help!"
The Silent King's eyes reflected a familiar confusion. "You are my subject. I will help you," she repeated.
