"Finally!"

As the vortex of dark energy subsided, Linasien trembled with ecstasy.

"Finally, Lin is mine! He's all mine now, truly and completely!"

Her lower abdomen, now sealed, was swollen, as if cradling something precious. Stroking it lovingly, Linasien felt an intense maternal affection.

"Oh, my Lin. You're sleeping like a baby. Once all this is over, we'll live forever as the only lovers in this world."

Her madness was so overwhelming that no one could find the words to respond. Lucy and the rest of the hero's party were still in shock, black blood dripping from their mouths like …