275 Mysterious Individual (1/2)

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”…and that's what our mole told me about their plans. Does any of you have any idea who might be this person?”

Raven was currently inside the office of the King, and had just finished reporting what his slave reported to him word per word.

After he made his reports, all the people present in the office were locked in a deep thought. It was obvious that they too were trying to guess who this person might be. And when Raven saw their reactions, it was pretty much clear that they too, had no idea that a person of such caliber existed among the ranks of the Black Curtain Guild.

”We fought against the Black Curtain Guild for as long as I'm aware, but this matter is unknown even to me.” Old Lee sighed and shook his head, he looked at the others and asked: ”How about you guys?”

Majority of the people inside the office shook their heads since they were clueless too. Leona then added: ”Well, this is going to be a problem. We could certainly deal with the lackeys and emissaries but if they had an unknown variable like this, then fighting them might force us into a trap.”

Leona's logic was clear and understandable. This is also what Raven was afraid of which is why he decided to initiate this meeting. He wanted to say that he and his team will take care of that mysterious person but he couldn't risk their lives like that.

Sure, he and his team had gotten stronger due to their efforts but the slave said this person is a close second to Vit'hum in terms of power.

Vit'hum? Its a Drake hybrid of a female human and the remnants of a real Dragon! To top this fact, this Pale Bastard could use the Second Stage of the Death Laws, something that should be impossible yet real due to its tenacious pursuit of knowledge and long lifespan.

Raven and his team are not that strong yet to deal with Vit'hum even at his weakest. They originally was thankful that Vit'hum fell into a deep slumber which given them enough time to at least grow stronger and be able to face him in a direct confrontation, yet not even two years passed and this mysterious entity appeared out of nowhere and is now threatening their safety.

Though Raven hate to admit this, the truth is clear for everyone present in here. They are not prepared to confront such an entity should it comes down to it.

”I agree to Her Excellency, Leona's words. But there is also one point that we have to consider.” Luis interjected which caused people to pay attention to his following words.

Luis faced Raven and said: ”The mole said that the task for them is to build a hideout near the kingdom. And rest of his reports are practically gossips that he heard from there. Even quoted them as 'rumors', which somehow made me think that this mysterious person might not exist at all.”

His words were certainly plausible as well. It is very possible that someone from there just wanted some attention and spread such rumors in order to become famous. And if this was the case, then worrying about this is just a waste of time.

”How I wish you were right, Dad.” Raven replied, ”But something about this doesn't sit well with me. I guess we just have to make as much preparations as needed.”

Raven also wanted to think that this was the case, but for some reason he was certain that this person really existed. He didn't want to think like this but his previous experiences under the hands of the Black Curtain Guild tells him otherwise.

”Child.” Raven heard Alexander's voice calling out to him. He faced him and saw the King's comforting expression. He then hear him say: ”Fret not. If things really went awry, you all still have me. I will face this person should they dare to take a step inside our home.”

Hearing his comforting words somehow alleviated Raven's worries. Right, the King's still here. True to his position as the King of this place, he will not hesitate to strike down anyone who tries to threaten their home's safety.

”I understand, Uncle.” Raven nodded and took in a deep breath. ”But I don't want to take chances. Therefore, I would like to initiate some pre-emptive preparations to prepare for the worst.”

Everyone agreed to Raven's words, the King then said: ”Alright, let's hear it then.”

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The meeting ended shortly after Raven made plans with them.