End of book 3 theory
Since my experience with book 2 and that plot twist with Damien, I realised something about Alain. My theory is that he is not actually dead and that he works for Herdesmen.
First of all, it was already a bit strange how this character just popped up out of nowhere and was suddenly interested in being friends with our MC. That alone felt off. Then it got even more suspicious when I found out he works for the Tyrant. What are the chances that someone who is part of a secret organisation, and someone who is actively searching for that same organisation, both get approached by a guy with literal spy-type powers? That’s already too convenient.
What I think actually happened is that the Tyrant was starting to go a bit off the rails, and the organisation sent someone to keep an eye on him, and eliminate him if needed. Alain fits perfectly into that role. I also think he can fully control his powers, and that whole act about him not being able to is just a charade. Someone with his kind of abilities should definitely be capable of hiding his real level of advancement.
Another thing that doesn’t sit right is how he one-punched that very strong fiend. He brushes it off as some special ability that builds up over time, but honestly, doesn’t that sound way too OP for someone at his supposed level?
And then there’s the fact that he didn’t swear a hard oath to the Tyrant. That feels completely out of character for someone like the Iron Tyrant. It’s another red flag.
I think he faked his death in front of Niomi. The Tyrant is dead now, Alain probably has bigger priorities and had to return to wherever he actually came from or maybe he decided it will be better if everyone thinks he is dead. Imagine how strong of an ability it is if Moira thinks that her touch made her immune to his powers, but in reality he just pretended to be visible and him dying is just a way to hide from Moira the fact that he is still alive. If we assume he is some kind of a pyrelord+ level spy, then faking your death sounds reasonable.
I know that‘s a bit crazy of a theory, but I can’t help but think about it when we already have seen how this author writes.