Defiance of the Fall Chapter 1412

Zac and his companions secured valuable Life-attuned materials from the Ninth Garden, including potent coral tendons that could enhance Haro's growth through mutation, though decisions loomed as they excised mutated tissues from their bodies. Meanwhile, Zac's other self and Esmeralda returned to Citadel via hidden pathways, reuniting with his attendants: the merchant Yimin An, soldier Doklos of the Arcana Phalanx, and interrogator Severus. They collected promised C-grade treasures and additional Natural Treasures, with each attendant seeking favors—Yimin a mention to the princess, Doklos information on a fallen comrade and invaders, and Severus details on bounties for criminal Sealbearers in exchange for a Life-attuned item.