"We have one more night. Tomorrow morning, the gate to the Sea God's legacy will be opened."
Kent remained silent. He already sensed the tension in the currents.
Nyara walked toward the wide window, where the waters outside shimmered strangely in the moonless light of deep sea stars.
"There's something you should know," she finally said. "Our spies have returned... with troubling news."
Kent raised an eyebrow. "Go on."
"The Coral Spirit Clan and Abyssal Shark Clan are preparing to intercept you tomorrow," she said. "At the final trench before the gate, there will be resistance. Possibly a coordinated strike."
A heavy silence hung between them. Even JoJo lifted his tiny head.
Kent turned toward the divine bow. "That's not my problem."
Nyara blinked. "What?"
