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... mix blood with rain, anyone who gets wet by that rain will recognize the owner of the blood as their master. The more they get wet by the bloodied rain, the stronger their subordination will be."

"What does that mean?"

"It's one of the ancient spells that are now forgotten."

I added quietly.

"And, it's one that only high-level monsters can use."

Zain's eyes widened. He finally understood. The reason why the missing cases turned into sacrifices.

"But, just now, ...

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