Chapter 54 - 54: "What are you planning?" (1/2)

Meanwhile, where the stars never lose their glimmer, an unexpected guest arrived. Dressed in heavy robes, he went straight to the audience room to meet someone.

His robes flutter as he gracefully walks. His quick steps echo as he walks the silent empty hallways of this huge crystal palace.

He didn't bother to hide his anxiety as he approaches his destination. His business is more important than mere appearances.

The man is surprised when the door suddenly opened, and this person's sudden arrival. It could only mean unfortunate news, after all.

He let down his hood, and a beautiful lady appears before him.

Her golden hair shimmers like the sun's rays, her eyes are like amethyst gems, and her fair complexion has a pinkish blush.

”Dear...” the man started.

”Don't you, 'Dear' me!” the lady interrupted.

He sighs as he approaches the lady. She is obviously agitated about something.

”Everything is under control. We cannot interfere.” he told her.

”But that person. What are you doing?” she worriedly asked.

”You worry too much. I assure you that everything is well taken care of...” he said reassuringly.

He guides her to the balcony and shows her the proof. He waves his hand, and the clouds unveil the sea of stars.

The beautiful lady was astonished as she widens her eyes. She can't believe he finally succeeded, but there are still matters to be concern about.

”You…!” she exclaimed.

”This must be more beneficial. We must wait and have more patience...” he calmly responded.

The lady leans on his arm as she finally felt more at ease. He was probably hiding this fact, in order, not to worry her.

The man smiles as he holds her close. He truly never wanted to hide these matters to her anymore.

”Rest assured, I'll take care of everything...” he reassures her.

Days passed by after the festivities, and their enemies didn't make any more movements. The shadows they also captured suddenly died in prison.

Reone is disappointed that he couldn't extract any useful information from them. They didn't cause trouble, but they also refuse to speak.

”This is indeed unfortunate.” Aryen commented.

They are once again at a dead-end regarding their investigations. They really hope to gather valuable information on why this is all happening after all.

Not long, Eu and Di'Anon came to visit their barracks. They heard the news and found it rather peculiar.

They are convinced the shadows plans to cause havoc, but they didn't. What makes them change?

What is their intention?

They are somewhat thankful she came to give her insights. She is more experience dealing with them, after all.

She listened to their report and analyzed them carefully.

Based on their encounter, the Shadows tried to break through their defenses and head towards Inner Courts. They are stealthy and blends in well with their surroundings.

Someone is leading them that night and suspects he manages to pass through. Though, they can't prove he did since no disturbance ever occurred.

Eu is silent as she nods from time to time. If her suspicion is correct, the man behind the shadows was Noite, but he isn't the person she fought.

If so, why did he didn't go through their plan?

She thanked them after gathering enough information. She didn't disclose anything to them yet as she requests them to watch the border more closely for any irregularities.

Di'Anon noticed something before they left the premises. He feels that she has more or less have an idea who is the culprit.

Still, he remains silent as he finds the right opportunity to bring it up and ask. He always respects Eu's decisions, after all.

Meanwhile, in Themis, the brothers are currently discussing the progress of their plans. The Master expects to hear a massacre during the festival, but his brother halted the command.

”I'm sorry I failed you. Some of my men were captured, and we had to cease the operation...” the younger brother explained.

”Uhhhmmm...” he nods nonchalantly on his report.

He knew that his brother has a small chance to go with the plan. Still, he hopes that he would accomplish such a task for him.

He thought that his brother might have remembered Lady Emilia and starts having reservations. He looked at him with an icy cold gaze but refrained himself to convey his thoughts regarding the issue.

”Don't worry, I will carry on with the plan, but I require more time to finish the preparations.” he assures him.

His brother nods but remained cold to him. He doesn't like empty promises after all, and he will be more thrilled to see results.

Back in Mystic Spirit, Di'Anon and Eu head back to Limes Temple. Eu remained silent the entire journey while she tries to understand the brother's reasons.

Noite seems like a very rational person, while the one she fought was aggressive and unrelenting. She can only assume the elder brother is the one responsible in regards to the earlier attacks.

But why?

She thought to seek the High Council's guidance, but she knew they would flatly refuse her. They are always against divulging information, especially ancient ones.

”Brother Di'Anon...” she calls out, breaking her silence.

”Hmmm~” Di'Anon responded.