It’s getting harder and harder to be a villain these days

"What, you have another fiancé?"

"No no no, I..."

Yula quickly waved her hands to deny it.

"Now that you're with him, learn from him."

Yekarina really hates the fact that iron cannot become steel.

"..."

Yura was silent for a while.

Vickrey's chess skills were actually recognized by His Majesty.

Over the years, I knew nothing about him.

"Also, my brother wants your fiancé's autograph."

Ekarina took out a book by Vickrey and placed it in front of Yula.

"You mean His Highness Crito?"

"Well, I haven't given that kid a gift for a long time, but asking for it directly from Vickery would undermine my dignity. You can do it for me."

[Essence of Elemental Magic]

This is a magic theory textbook written by Weekly a few years ago. It is quite famous in the circle for its outrageous difficulty and high price.

Youla once bought a book at her own expense, but she couldn't read a single page. The content was too profound.

"Yes."

"I also took a look at it a few times. It's too boring, but Crito likes it quite a lot. I really don't know why... By the way, it's just a small talk. Don't tell Vickrey these things."

"……Yes."

Yora's reply was as brief as ever, and Yekarina frowned. She seemed to dislike this dull atmosphere.

"Okay, you can go back."

"Yes."

"Also, let me say a few more words. Don't be so reserved next time. As Imperial Master, you and I are not only the relationship between monarch and minister, but also friends."

"...Friend, do you mean friend?"

Yula's eyes widened.

Yekarina smiled and nodded.

"That's right, go back now."

Yula took a deep breath to hide her excitement.

"...Yes, I'm honored."

Yekarina and Knight Kevin returned to the study together, while Yora stood up after losing sight of their backs.

"Please come with me."

Then, led by a maid, she walked outside the palace.

But when passing through the garden, the maid who led the way disappeared at some point, and was replaced by a man dressed as a eunuch.

"Hello, Sir Yora, you can call me Chavin."

"……How is this going?"

Yura looked at him with suspicious eyes.

Chavin said with a smile.

"For the sake of the palace's integrity, can I take up some of your time? The other knights are also waiting for you."

Although it was suspicious, Yura hesitated and followed him.

"arrive."

In a remote corner of the intricate palace, Spencer, Ralph and Eugene were gathering together.

"Yora, are you here too?" Eugene waved.

"Um,"

Yura nodded and stood beside them.

Spencer chuckled.

"Servant Chawen, we are all here. We can talk about anything now."

"of course."

Chawen was still smiling.

"I have a task to ask of you all."

"Task?"

"Yes, there are terrible monsters living underground in the palace. Now that the seal is loose, I would like to ask you to eliminate this hidden danger."

"Is this what His Majesty meant?"

Ralph asked in a deep voice.

"It has nothing to do with His Majesty, but this is a great opportunity to show Your Majesty your loyalty. If the matter is successfully resolved, I will report the matter to Your Majesty. Rewards and commendations will definitely be indispensable."

"..."

The four pondered for a moment.

After a while, Eugene pointed at Yula and said.

"If Yula wants to go, then there seems to be one less person here."

"Who?"

"Wakeley."

Although Eugene hated the name, she said it anyway.

This matter is too strange, so you have to be careful and subtle.

Hearing this name, even Cha Wen, who had experienced many vicissitudes in the palace and served the late emperor, trembled.

"About such a dangerous matter, I should notify Yula's fiancé."

Eugene looked at Yura and smiled meaningfully.

"No, there's no need..."

Yura shook her head shyly.

"That's right. There is no doubt about Weekly's fighting ability. Even though he is a wizard, his body is no worse than that of an ordinary knight. He can be a powerful help to us."

Ralph interrupted Yula.

Spencer nodded slightly in agreement.

"……Humph."

Only Cha Wen snorted slightly dissatisfiedly, but then he returned to his previous smiling state.

"Okay, I will inform Lord Vickery."

Hearing this answer, Eugene was speechless.

This eunuch addressed them all by their first names, and was very respectful to Vickery. Sir...

"Then let's go, Youla, I'll treat you to dinner today."

Eugene, who has always been outspoken, pulled Yura and walked out of the palace together.

Chapter 129 Compromise

【What to do if someone is caught? 】

On the other side, Vickery was still worried about the text that suddenly appeared on the desk.

How to contact the other party?

With the mentality of giving it a try, he wrote with magic power behind the string of magic words.

【Place】

It seems that the other party has been monitoring him.

In an instant, the previous text on the table changed, and a new line of text appeared in front of him.

【Fanol Slum】

This unfamiliar place name brought back memories in Weekley's mind.

This seems to have been mentioned in the predecessor's diary.

"Is it there?"

Vickery picked up the wand and quietly left the mansion...

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There is no utopia in the world, that kind of perfect pure land only exists in fantasy.

Even in the most prosperous imperial capital on the mainland, there are dark corners, where poverty and hunger follow.

Where the sun is stronger, the shadows are deeper.

'Fanor Slums' is located on the outskirts of the northwest of the imperial capital. It used to be a village, but since the closure of the Galallon Mining Area, it has gradually become a gathering place for poor people and thugs.

According to vague memories, Weekly arrived there, walked to a mountain almost instinctively, skillfully pulled the mechanism hidden among the rocks, and entered a cold and damp cave.

In the cave, thick moisture wrapped around his body, and the dim lights might go out at any time.

"See master."

At the end of the cave, two slightly immature children, a boy and a girl, knelt down after seeing Vickery. Judging from their faces, they looked very similar and seemed to be brother and sister.

A new face is not a character in the game.

"Why act on your own initiative?"

Before the two of them could say anything, Vickery asked sharply.

"...You once said that if Evelin dares to step foot into the imperial capital again, she will be killed without mercy."

The older brother raised his head. Although he seemed to be answering the question, there was some doubt in his eyes.

Vickery looked at them, his cold eyes showing no emotion at all.

He didn't look down on each other just because they were seventeen or eighteen years old. The magic power was already building up in his body.

Their brother and sister must be very capable as they were able to kidnap Evelin quietly.

It’s just that it’s too early to start now…

"Now is not the right time."

"I know."

My brother's answer was neither humble nor arrogant.

"But in the past six months, you have not issued any instructions, and I have reasonable suspicion that you have abandoned us."

"Oh so you want to rebel?"

Vickery raised an eyebrow.

"No, the fact that the master can go here in person is enough to prove your sincerity. Please forgive my temptation."

The elder brother shook his head, seemingly dispelling his concerns, but judging from the hand holding the dagger tightly in the shadow, he had not completely dispelled his concerns.

Vickery narrowed his eyes, but didn't reveal anything.

“Where is Evelyn?”

"plz follow me."

The two stood up, the elder brother walked in front, and Vickery followed.