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Chapter 330
How long had they galloped?
As sunset settled in the sky, Beric frowned, bored from the constant riding. With nothing but dense thickets in sight, he wondered if they were really going the right way. Though none voiced it, they all likely thought the same while watching Noah’s back ahead of them.
Felix, still bound and slung over a horse, showed no signs of waking.
“Say, how much longer-“
Just as the mage was about to ask May, Noah pulled his reins to slow down. They had emerged from the thickets.
Below stretched endless vineyards. Trees lined up in perfect straight lines as if drawn with a ruler. Thick vines hung heavy with luscious grapes in abundant display.
Green leaves stained by sunset. Like a red wave washing in, it dyed portions of the fields.
“This is Clifford.”
Prince Noah’s hair also took on a deeper orange hue as he nodded. Behind him, Clifford’s palace came into view. The tall coral-colored domes caught the sunlight, sparkling beautifully.
Dong-As a bell rang from somewhere, people appeared throughout the fields. It was time to offer greetings to the divine. Having completed another sacred and holy day of labor, may the divine see and rejoice deeply.
Ah- Oah-
They hummed while raising their hands. Though the sounds and lyrics were simple repetitions, somehow listening to them brought a sense of peace.
Walking along the main road between fields, Beric looked around. Occasionally, farmers who caught his eye would remove their hats and bow in greeting.
“But why are there only fields? Where do people live?”
“This is the outskirts. Unlike Bariel where residential and commercial areas blend around the imperial palace, Clifford is different. Everything outside the city walls is agricultural land. It’s for efficient use of limited territory.”
May replied with a sidelong glance. Despite everything, guests were guests. And these were important guests who would determine Clifford’s fate. As she explained earnestly, some farmers recognized Noah and bowed deeply with delighted faces.
“Halt and identify yourselves.”
“Royal pass. Open the gates.”
“Prince Noah? How come without carriages…”
“There were circumstances.”
“Understood. Please wait a moment!”
The gatekeepers moved busily atop the walls. Soon the massive gates swung open left and right. Through the gap, Clifford’s life came into full view.
Creeak
While outside was quiet, sacred, and natural, how could crossing just one gate lead to such a different world?
Merchants carrying wine barrels through groups dancing in circles in the streets, old men smoking on arched roofs, giggling laughter and incomprehensible song lyrics, buildings completely covered in vines, and the fresh scent of grapes permeating from all directions.
“Wow, what’s all this!”
“Don’t get distracted and follow closely. Everyone’s taking their rest after finishing the day’s work. The streets flood with people, and first-time visitors easily get lost.”
“Ian! Let’s have a drink out here after we finish our business. Hm?”
“Beric. Just hold your reins properly.”
A merchant who noticed they were foreigners gestured welcomingly while offering wine. Though among the group, only Beric accepted.
They soon arrived at the palace. People had been worried since the delegation’s arrival was delayed. Their joy at the return was brief before giving way to puzzled glances behind them.
“Your Highness! What in the world happened?”
“Where are the carriages? How come you’re alone without the other delegates…”
“Who are these people?”
“I’ll see my Father first. These are Bariel’s Ministry of Magic Minister Ian Hielo and his subordinates.”
“M-Mages!”
“The Minister, you say? That Minister?”
The attendants stepped back in surprise. When Ian and the other mages nodded in greeting, they bustled about to receive the guests.
“This way.”
As they were guided to the main palace, Beric giggled while whispering to Ian. He hadn’t noticed when only seeing Noah and May, but somehow all the Clifford people seemed to look similar.
“Ian. Everyone here really looks the same. Right? Their hair color and narrow eyes too.”
“Shh. Beric.”
Just as Ian signaled him to restrain himself, an attendant opened the reception room door. And what appeared was…
“Noah, why are you here now?”
“Brother. Why were you so late?”
“Elder brother. I heard you came without carriages? What happened?”
Children who looked barely ten years old, identical to Noah. They ran up and threw themselves into the prince’s arms, and then the king and queen appeared.
“Hup.”
As Beric tried to say something in surprise, Barsabe quickly covered his mouth.
Small stature reaching only to the chest, round cheeks, narrow eyes, and smiling upturned lips. Wasn’t it too friendly and warm an impression for a king? The queen also looked like his mirror image.
Would Noah look like that when he aged? Though his younger siblings were quite cute.
“The Ministry of Magic Minister of Bariel, Ian Hielo.”
“An honor to meet you, Your Majesty. Though I deeply regret this breach of etiquette, the matter was most urgent. I beg your forgiveness.”
As Ian placed his hand on his chest and bowed, the other mages followed suit. The Clifford king gestured toward the sofa and ordered refreshments for the guests.
“Minister, please be seated, and let your subordinates rest from their journey.”
“I’ll show them to the adjacent room.”
The mages followed the attendant out. Noah’s siblings also watched carefully before scampering after them. With no mages in Clifford, how could it not spark their curiosity?
“Well. Noah, did you have a good journey? Though I don’t know what happened, you look a bit thinner, which worries me.”
“It’s nothing, Father.”
“Now then, tell me quickly. What could bring Bariel’s Minister all the way here? Hmm?”
The Clifford king’s manner was as gentle as his appearance. More like a caring father than a king. From Noah’s siblings gathered earlier too, one could tell the royal family’s atmosphere was quite positive.
Unlike Bariel where brothers crossed swords, sons harmed fathers, and mothers tried to kill their children.
“Actually…”
Noah recounted everything that had happened during the appointment ceremony period one by one. The king, who had been nodding and listening intently, unconsciously stood up at the part about the curse being exposed.
“Father.”
“…So you’re saying Lord Ian knows about the royal family’s curse?”
“To be precise, my associates and I know about it, but we’re keeping it secret ‘for now,’ so there’s no need to worry too much.”
Everyone present understood how much that word “for now” encompassed. As the king showed a bewildered expression, Noah lowered his head and apologized.
“I’m sorry, Father.”
“No, no. Now isn’t the time to discuss that. So? What happened after that?”
There had been so many events. The failed alliance with Burgos, the fertilizer contract, then the golden diamond bestowed by Jin and the attack, up to the Idgal. The king’s expression changed constantly without rest, turning dark, then pale, then white, providing quite a spectacle.
When all the reports finished, silence fell over the reception room. It was hard to tell if they were thinking of ways to handle it, or if their minds had simply stopped.
Finally, Ian broke the silence first.
“Your Majesty.”
The king hesitantly turned to Ian. The more he digested it, the more serious the situation seemed. If they alienated Bariel after cutting ties with Burgos, Clifford would truly be isolated.
“…Speak.”
“I find this matter truly regrettable. While I understand the prince’s heart thinking of his country, I too am a person of Bariel and servant of the imperial palace, so I cannot easily let this pass.”
“We acknowledge the breach. Clifford will do its utmost to show its sincerity to Bariel.”
As the king said this, Noah squeezed his eyes shut completely. Though he had tried to handle things well, in the end he had made his father speak such words. It was truly tragic, miserable, and utterly lamentable.
“I don’t want problems arising between Clifford and Bariel either. Just as we’re about to take our first step together, how could we let a mere small obstacle divide us?”
“I-I am truly glad you say so.”
“Therefore, I humbly request. Make a magic contract with Bariel.”
Magic contract.
They say a single word weighs heavier than a thousand gold. To shape that weight into magic carved into the heart, to fulfill it until one’s last breath to show complete faith.
The effect was tremendous, but it required equal caution. Just once. One oath would bind a person for eternity. Though it could be cancelled by mutual agreement, that would hardly be easy when magic was used to bind it.
“What do you think? If you’re committed to an alliance, it seems quite a good proposal from Clifford’s position.”
It wasn’t wrong. If Clifford swore friendly relations and cooperation, naturally Bariel would do the same.
“Me, with you?”
“How could I presume to request a contract with Your Majesty? My lord is in the imperial palace. First, make a contract with me about making a contract. And Prince Noah as well.”
A contract about a contract. Ian smiled and nodded to Noah. Since Noah would inherit the throne soon enough, it was only natural to bind him as well.
“…The terms?”
“Could I have paper and pen for a moment?”
At Ian’s request, the king signaled with his eyes.
After smoothing the crisp high-quality paper once, Ian wrote down letters without hesitation. It was the fertilizer contract terms he had discussed with Prince Noah. Perfect, without missing a single detail.
“This was the original contract, but it needs revision. You know the reasons for liability, so I needn’t explain separately.”
“…To what extent?”
“Let’s adjust the price. Though we’ll export lower than to Burgos, the previous price is impossible. Though not in detail, the period may also be adjusted.”
Though he stepped back saying details should be discussed with the imperial palace, they knew. Everything would go according to Ian’s intentions.
“I’m just informing you in advance that the main contract could be like this. Though much could change if His Highness the Crown Prince shows mercy. Next are matters regarding military alliance. Each country’s defined states of emergency are as follows. When foreign powers without permission…”
With each stroke of Ian’s pen, the king and prince only wet their dry lips. Finally, unable to bear it, Noah stopped him with his hand.
“Enough. Didn’t you say the main contract would be with the Crown Prince? Don’t discuss future matters, tell us what we’ll do with you now.”
Ian smiled and put down his pen. In that case, what he had to say was very simple.
“That Clifford will form a friendly alliance with Bariel.”
If this wasn’t fulfilled, problems would arise for the lives of Clifford’s king and prince. An alliance was a mutually agreed relationship. The absolute superior and subordinate would be determined during negotiations.
But if they refused the contract here…
They would be isolated among neighboring countries, and especially Bariel would secure justification through the jewel incident. During multi-national war, movements to take Clifford first could arise.
Refusal meant endless chaos. Noah stepped forward and pleaded again.
“Wouldn’t a contract with just me be enough? Father is Clifford’s king, so making it with the Crown Prince would be more appropriate.”
“No. Your Highness’s sense of responsibility is too strong.”
So strong that he could readily give his life. If they made the contract and he committed suicide, wouldn’t that be troublesome?
“But Clifford should gain something too. This is a contract, after all. If you swear to form a friendly alliance with Bariel, I promise absolute silence about the royal family’s curse.”
The king pondered briefly before nodding. Ian gracefully rolled up his sleeve and extended his hand, as if pleased with the decision.
“Would you entrust your hand to me?”
“Ah, will it hurt?”
“Of course not.”
WhiiineWhiiine
As Ian activated his magical power, bright light leaked from their clasped hands. Unlike the tense king, Ian kept smiling while patting the back of his hand. And just as he was about to activate the magic.
“…!”
Crash!
Tremendous pain rushed in as if thousands of needles were piercing his heart.
Ian unconsciously pushed away the king’s hand and collapsed forward. The shock throughout his body was so intense he could barely breathe.
“L-Lord Ian?”
“Huff, huff…”
“W-What’s wrong?”
“Outside! Is there no one outside?”
“Go call the mages! Why, why suddenly…”
Pain like all his internal organs were being torn apart.
As his consciousness grew distant, Ian realized the cause. That the illegitimate son Ian had already made a magic contract with someone else.
Story Arcs
MBSE Chapter 01 - Emperor's EndMBSE Chapter 02 - The Bastard of House BratzMBSE Chapter 03 - The Marquis EstateMBSE Chapter 04 - ShacklesMBSE Chapter 05 - PlansMBSE Chapter 06 - A StrollMBSE Chapter 07 - IlliterateMBSE Chapter 08 - IntentionsMBSE Chapter 09 - The Second LuncheonMBSE Chapter 10 - The BroochMBSE Chapter 11 - Alcohol and WaterMBSE Chapter 12 - The ProposalMBSE Chapter 13 - The Flower PotMBSE Chapter 14 - The Training GroundMBSE Chapter 15 - BericMBSE Chapter 16 - The Mage KnightMBSE Chapter 17 - EnemyMBSE Chapter 18 - PreparationMBSE Chapter 19 - InformantMBSE Chapter 20 - The DoorMBSE Chapter 21 - DiamondMBSE Chapter 22 - The TutorMBSE Chapter 23 - The WarriorMBSE Chapter 24 - NersarnMBSE Chapter 25 - ProofMBSE Chapter 26MBSE Chapter 27MBSE Chapter 28MBSE Chapter 29MBSE Chapter 30MBSE Chapter 31MBSE Chapter 32MBSE Chapter 33MBSE Chapter 34MBSE Chapter 35MBSE Chapter 36MBSE Chapter 37MBSE Chapter 38MBSE Chapter 39MBSE Chapter 40MBSE Chapter 41MBSE Chapter 42MBSE Chapter 43MBSE Chapter 44MBSE Chapter 45MBSE Chapter 46MBSE Chapter 47MBSE Chapter 48MBSE Chapter 49MBSE Chapter 50MBSE Chapter 51MBSE Chapter 52MBSE Chapter 53MBSE Chapter 54MBSE Chapter 55MBSE Chapter 56MBSE Chapter 57MBSE Chapter 58MBSE Chapter 59MBSE Chapter 60MBSE Chapter 61MBSE Chapter 62MBSE Chapter 63MBSE Chapter 64MBSE Chapter 65MBSE Chapter 66MBSE Chapter 67MBSE Chapter 68MBSE Chapter 69MBSE Chapter 70MBSE Chapter 71MBSE Chapter 72MBSE Chapter 73MBSE Chapter 74MBSE Chapter 75MBSE Chapter 76MBSE Chapter 77MBSE Chapter 78MBSE Chapter 79MBSE Chapter 80MBSE Chapter 81MBSE Chapter 82MBSE Chapter 82MBSE Chapter 83MBSE Chapter 83MBSE Chapter 84MBSE Chapter 85MBSE Chapter 86MBSE Chapter 87MBSE Chapter 88MBSE Chapter 89MBSE Chapter 90MBSE Chapter 91MBSE Chapter 92MBSE Chapter 93MBSE Chapter 94MBSE Chapter 95MBSE Chapter 96MBSE Chapter 97MBSE Chapter 98MBSE Chapter 99MBSE Chapter 100MBSE Chapter 101MBSE Chapter 102MBSE Chapter 103MBSE Chapter 104MBSE Chapter 105MBSE Chapter 106MBSE Chapter 107MBSE Chapter 108MBSE Chapter 109MBSE Chapter 110MBSE Chapter 111MBSE Chapter 112MBSE Chapter 113MBSE Chapter 114MBSE Chapter 115MBSE Chapter 116MBSE Chapter 117MBSE Chapter 118MBSE Chapter 119MBSE Chapter 120MBSE Chapter 121MBSE Chapter 122MBSE Chapter 123MBSE Chapter 124MBSE Chapter 125 - The First Noble MageMBSE Chapter 126 - Arsen and JinMBSE Chapter 127 - The Hidden OracleMBSE Chapter 128 - The Morning GuestMBSE Chapter 129 - Behind the ScenesMBSE Chapter 130 - New Magician, New SwordsmanMBSE Chapter 131 - Imperial Palace Training GroundsMBSE Chapter 132 - Meeting a Worthy OpponentMBSE Chapter 133 - Joining CeremonyMBSE Chapter 134 - The Mayor's LetterMBSE Chapter 135 - Love is CrazyMBSE Chapter 136 - Proving in the Midst of ChaosMBSE Chapter 137 - To Gale FirstMBSE Chapter 138 - I SwearMBSE Chapter 139 - I Swear AgainMBSE Chapter 140 - Dogs are Best at Finding PeopleMBSE Chapter 141 - Love and WarMBSE Chapter 142 - Black SmokeMBSE Chapter 143 - Fall from GraceMBSE Chapter 144 - Forbidden MagicMBSE Chapter 145 - AshesMBSE Chapter 146 - It Really is a CurseMBSE Chapter 147 - Truth SerumMBSE Chapter 148 - A Secret DealMBSE Chapter 149 - Candidate Registration for the Next MinisterMBSE Chapter 150 - A Sloppy LetterMBSE Chapter 151 - Fakens Slave CaravanMBSE Chapter 152 - Illegal SlavesMBSE Chapter 153 - Whole Pig PartyMBSE Chapter 154 - Between Threat and NegotiationMBSE Chapter 155 - Balance Through ChecksMBSE Chapter 156MBSE Chapter 157MBSE Chapter 158MBSE Chapter 159MBSE Chapter 160MBSE Chapter 161 - MotherMBSE Chapter 162 - Because You are like a WildflowerMBSE Chapter 163 - Proving the TruthMBSE Chapter 164 - Signal FlareMBSE Chapter 165 - XiaoshiMBSE Chapter 166 - Assassination AttemptMBSE Chapter 167 - The Emperor's SealMBSE Chapter 168 - That NightMBSE Chapter 169 - A MessMBSE Chapter 170 - Neutral ForcesMBSE Chapter 171 - Spreading SparkMBSE Chapter 172 - The Fate of the TwinsMBSE Chapter 173 - Jin, A Precious ChildMBSE Chapter 174 - Moving Forward, Bit by BitMBSE Chapter 175 - VariableMBSE Chapter 176 - Mana-Sealing StoneMBSE Chapter 177 - The Black MoonMBSE Chapter 178 - Dark Side of the MoonMBSE Chapter 179 - The Third Imperial Palace, NowMBSE Chapter 180 - SurrenderMBSE Chapter 181 - Angel's EyesMBSE Chapter 182 - The Day EndsMBSE Chapter 183 - Emergency MeetingMBSE Chapter 184 - The Next EmperorMBSE Chapter 185 - The Chronicle of RobersideMBSE Chapter 186MBSE Chapter 187MBSE Chapter 188MBSE Chapter 189MBSE Chapter 190 - The Grand Council MeetingMBSE Chapter 191 - Restricting Parental RightsMBSE Chapter 192 - Blood That Taints the TruthMBSE Chapter 193MBSE Chapter 194 - TrustMBSE Chapter 195 - Merry DailyMBSE Chapter 196 - Extra! Extra!MBSE Chapter 197 - Opening the City GatesMBSE Chapter 198 - Amidst the CommotionsMBSE Chapter 199 - The Atan, Tribe of BloodMBSE Chapter 200 - Wound Me TooMBSE Chapter 201 - The Emperor MageMBSE Chapter 202 - For the Sake of PositionMBSE Chapter 203 - D-7MBSE Chapter 204 - Rainy DaysMBSE Chapter 205 - D-6MBSE Chapter 206 - Imperial GuardMBSE Chapter 207 - Breaking the Black ArmorMBSE Chapter 208 - Chatur Zone 3MBSE Chapter 209 - Premium Grade A+++MBSE Chapter 210 - D-5MBSE Chapter 211 - The Trial BeginsMBSE Chapter 212 - The DefenseMBSE Chapter 213 - The VerdictMBSE Chapter 214 - The One Who Was the First PrinceMBSE Chapter 215 - In the GreenhouseMBSE Chapter 216 - I ObjectMBSE Chapter 217 - A New ProphecyMBSE Chapter 218 - D-4MBSE Chapter 219 - One Step BackMBSE Chapter 220 - One Body, One MindMBSE Chapter 221 - A Trap ScriptMBSE Chapter 222 - PushMBSE Chapter 223 - Stamp ThudMBSE Chapter 224 - D-3MBSE Chapter 225 - The Voice of GodMBSE Chapter 226 - Little DevilMBSE Chapter 227 - A Silent ResponseMBSE Chapter 228 - D-2MBSE Chapter 229 - The Demon's WhispererMBSE Chapter 230 - D-1MBSE Chapter 231 - What are You?MBSE Chapter 232 - Of Royal BloodMBSE Chapter 233 - D-DayMBSE Chapter 234 - The Owner of the VoiceMBSE Chapter 235 - The LastMBSE Chapter 236 - Consider it an HonorMBSE Chapter 237 - Leaving BehindMBSE Chapter 238 - Without IanMBSE Chapter 239 - Three Hours AgoMBSE Chapter 240 - WhisperingMBSE Chapter 241 - Calling NamesMBSE Chapter 242 - Ruswena DelegationMBSE Chapter 243 - Purge While on BedMBSE Chapter 244 - This is the BloodwindMBSE Chapter 245 - Central NobilityMBSE Chapter 246 - A Secret for RuswenaMBSE Chapter 247 - Melania's PleaMBSE Chapter 248 - Jin's RequestMBSE Chapter 249 - Pat-pat and Bicker-backerMBSE Chapter 250 - Opposition Noble's SignaturesMBSE Chapter 251 - Leaving the PalaceMBSE Chapter 252 - Mud PitMBSE Chapter 253 - RumorsMBSE Chapter 254 - PillarsMBSE Chapter 255 - Caught in a TrapMBSE Chapter 256 - The Trial of the Seven Families BeginMBSE Chapter 257 - Jin's BarielMBSE Chapter 258 - The VerdictMBSE Chapter 259 - Side Effects of the Mana Amplification StoneMBSE Chapter 260 - Before Preparing the Appointment CeremonyMBSE Chapter 261 - Introduction of Three Countries' FiguresMBSE Chapter 262 - The Reason for Remembering TimothyMBSE Chapter 263 - Each Person's ThoughtsMBSE Chapter 264 - A Side BranchMBSE Chapter 265 - EmancipationMBSE Chapter 266 - The First Secret InspectionMBSE Chapter 267 - Secret EaterMBSE Chapter 268 - Pretending to KnowMBSE Chapter 269 - Each Other's Well-beingMBSE Chapter 270 - Underground BrawlMBSE Chapter 271 - The Best BanquetMBSE Chapter 272 - The King's CircumstancesMBSE Chapter 273 - What Only Ian KnowsMBSE Chapter 274 - Selection ExamMBSE Chapter 275 - Who Rigged the Tournament Bracket?MBSE Chapter 276 - Each Other's PurposeMBSE Chapter 277 - CriticismMBSE Chapter 278 - Their Own ReasonsMBSE Chapter 279 - A Different WorldMBSE Chapter 280 - Head-onMBSE Chapter 281 - Beric Goes ForthMBSE Chapter 282 - After VictoryMBSE Chapter 283 - The Award CeremonyMBSE Chapter 284 - The Half Moon RisesMBSE Chapter 285 - Time to Trade SecretsMBSE Chapter 286 - Damon RunkvisMBSE Chapter 287 - Forgotten PageMBSE Chapter 288 - The Guests are ComingMBSE Chapter 289 - Young Lion CubMBSE Chapter 290 - A Queen's ProvocationMBSE Chapter 291 - A Peculiar TasteMBSE Chapter 292 - Things to EndureMBSE Chapter 293 - A Private Talk with JeiruttMBSE Chapter 294 - The Carriages StopMBSE Chapter 295 - Pointy EarsMBSE Chapter 296 - And Then, This and That HappenedMBSE Chapter 297 - ExaminationMBSE Chapter 298 - The Fox PrinceMBSE Chapter 299 - The VariableMBSE Chapter 300 - Inner ThoughtsMBSE Chapter 301 - Time to Change the MeaningMBSE Chapter 302 - The Taste of MagicMBSE Chapter 303 - Banquet of KingsMBSE Chapter 304 - The Whereabouts of the JewelsMBSE Chapter 305 - According to PlanMBSE Chapter 306 - This is an OpportunityMBSE Chapter 307 - Noah Gets DrunkMBSE Chapter 308 - The Appointment CeremonyMBSE Chapter 309 - Don't Look DownMBSE Chapter 310 - Just Ten Steps PleaseMBSE Chapter 311 - There are No Eternal SecretsMBSE Chapter 312 - Who Knows?MBSE Chapter 313 - Three PassesMBSE Chapter 314 - A Bond Woven by SecretsMBSE Chapter 315 - The DilemmaMBSE Chapter 316 - Through AlenaraMBSE Chapter 317 - I Want to GoMBSE Chapter 318 - A Small Engagement CeremonyMBSE Chapter 319 - The Child with a MaskMBSE Chapter 320 - Time to ReturnMBSE Chapter 321 - Break of DawnMBSE Chapter 322 - Formation of the Investigation TeamMBSE Chapter 323 - Harboring ThornsMBSE Chapter 324 - Before Crossing the BorderMBSE Chapter 325 - StopMBSE Chapter 326 - Before the BorderMBSE Chapter 327 - Secret ContractMBSE Chapter 328 - Discovering IanMBSE Chapter 329 - To Meet the KingMBSE Chapter 330 - Entering Clifford🔒85MBSE Chapter 331 - Those Who Hold Idgal🔒85MBSE Chapter 332 - On the Brink of Explosion🔒85MBSE Chapter 333 - The Mages' Grand Council🔒85MBSE Chapter 334 - Magic Amplification Drug🔒85MBSE Chapter 335 - We're Going Too🔒85MBSE Chapter 336 - Those Mages in the Vineyard🔒85MBSE Chapter 337 - Laughter Gathered in One Place🔒85MBSE Chapter 338 - An Unexpected Target🔒85MBSE Chapter 339 - The Popularization of Idgal🔒85MBSE Chapter 340 - That Which Cannot be Seen🔒85MBSE Chapter 341 - Bargos's Desperate Move🔒85MBSE Chapter 342 - The Signal🔒85MBSE Chapter 343 - The Interrogation Continues🔒85MBSE Chapter 344 - The Palace's Small War🔒85MBSE Chapter 345 - The Midnight Assassin🔒85MBSE Chapter 346 - The First Operation🔒85MBSE Chapter 347 - The Emperor's Bedchamber🔒85MBSE Chapter 348 - The Benchmark🔒85MBSE Chapter 349 - Maxim Tweller🔒85MBSE Chapter 350 - Casting the Bait🔒85MBSE Chapter 351 - Counter-Bait🔒85MBSE Chapter 352 - The Molar and Mad Dog's Deploy🔒85MBSE Chapter 353 - Running Across the Rooftops🔒85MBSE Chapter 354 - Prelude to War🔒85MBSE Chapter 355 - Burgos's Beast🔒85MBSE Chapter 356 - Your Name Is🔒85MBSE Chapter 357 - Magical Power Anomalous Reaction🔒85MBSE Chapter 358 - Synthetic Magical Beast🔒85MBSE Chapter 359 - Necromancer from the North🔒85MBSE Chapter 360 - The Experts🔒85MBSE Chapter 361 - Being Devoured🔒85MBSE Chapter 362 - Blegh🔒85MBSE Chapter 363 - Convergence🔒85MBSE Chapter 364 - Reunion🔒85MBSE Chapter 365 - Distribution of the Rift🔒85MBSE Chapter 366 - Watering Down the Wine🔒85MBSE Chapter 367 - Prisoner Exchange🔒85MBSE Chapter 368 - To Their Respective Places🔒85MBSE Chapter 369 - Conversation🔒85MBSE Chapter 370 - From Illusion to Doubt🔒85MBSE Chapter 371 - Departing and Entering🔒85MBSE Chapter 372 - Just Unlucky