Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 2840

Luther said, "In truth, the visions you saw inside Harmony Cavern were not real. They were created from the secrets buried in your heart and took shape based on your deepest fears. They had nothing to do with what actually happened in real life. In other words, your mother's death had nothing to do with you."

Andrew's head snapped up as shock filled his eyes.

Luther nodded. "That's right. What you saw in Harmony Cavern had no connection to the real circumstances behind your mother's death. The trials inside the cavern were meant to strike at your guilt, which was why it showed you those scenes. You still believed your mother died because she protected you, didn't you?"

Andrew's voice turned hoarse. "Yes."

Luther let out a soft laugh. "It's not. I was there that day when she was attacked."

Andrew looked at him, his expression shaken.

Luther gave a bitter smile. "I was there, Reginald was there, and Mr. Zeroual was there too. But none of us were a match for the powerhouse sent by The Veiled Faction. All these years, Reginald has been searching nonstop for any trace of The Veiled Faction. Unfortunately, he's never found anything. I've always suspected that we shouldn't jump to conclusions about her life or death."

He continued, "Reginald was so devastated that he ignored all our advice and left the country. He carried unbearable guilt, always thinking she was harmed because of him. Back then, the Lord of Wrath was indeed the one who struck your mother down. He also seriously wounded Reginald and me.

Luther's eyes grew distant with memory. "At that time, Reginald was only at the martial god level. If he had the strength he has today, your mother would never have been harmed. Yes, the Lord of Wrath was one of the two High Envoys of The Veiled Faction. We encountered him in the slums of the Deadlands, and he was terrifying.

"Oh, and Andrew… If you head to the Deadlands, you must be careful. It's a lawless region caught between the Eastern Continent and the Western Continent. The Dark Clans roam freely there, so you must stay alert at all times."

Andrew smiled lightly. "Don't worry, sir. I'm familiar with the Deadlands."

Luther blinked, then laughed at himself. "Look at me, losing my mind in old age. Back when you were still in the organization, the Deadlands were filled with your legends. Alright then, you two should get going."