117 I Killed Him (2/2)

”As you can see, Claus is dead.”

Everyone didn't have much of a reaction.

Roland added, ”I killed him.”

A loud gasp sounded like an explosion. This drawing of breath undulated across the crowd as everyone broke out into whispers.

However, they quickly calmed down and looked at Roland, wanting to hear his explanation.

In the eyes of all the magic apprentices, Roland was a kind person who cared for his apprentices. If he really killed someone, he would have a legitimate reason.

”You should know that I've been investigating the girls' disappearances.” Roland looked at everyone and paused.

Vivian looked at the ice sculpture of Claus before asking, ”He was the murderer?”

”It's him.” Roland nodded and said with some discomfort, ”If possible, I didn't want it to be someone I knew.”

Everyone was silent. Although Claus was not especially outstanding and talented, it wasn't something worth celebrating to see someone they knew die.

”Are you sure it's him?” Vivian asked timidly.

In fact, she was not doubting Roland, but using this method to give Roland a chance to continue, creating an atmosphere and reason for him to continue speaking.

Thus, Roland told them everything he had found out, including Claus's plans to get a scapegoat. He even mentioned the embarrassing matter of how he almost fell into the trap.

”He's a very smart person, but his brain wasn't put to work on the right path. If he could stop, I'd have just been suspicious. I wouldn't touch him if I didn't have evidence.” Roland sighed. ”I brought Claus's corpse back to tell you that even if you don't wish to be a good person, don't be a bad one. A lot of Golden Sons, including me, prefer people like Claus who do things without a bottom line; we can kill them for a good reason. It wouldn't leave a stain on our consciences.”

All of the magic apprentices broke out in cold sweat.

In particular, the two new magic apprentices looked at Roland with fear and admiration.

”Jerry, go inform Claus's family and get them to collect the body. If possible, ask their family head to come and talk to me.”

Jerry answered immediately, ”Understood. I'll get it done immediately, Deputy Chairman.”

And at this moment, in a mountain a hundred kilometers away…

Betta found spring water and stopped the carriage nearby. Then, he took out cutlery from his spatial backpack and took out the fresh black wolf steak to roast.

Meanwhile, his maid, Lisa, did other miscellaneous chores.

Betta was rubbing the spices happily when he suddenly froze. After about ten seconds, he turned to the maidservant behind him and said, ”Lisa, the murderer who bullied you has been found.”

Lisa's face paled, and a look of fear appeared on her face. What happened that day was too terrifying for her. She remained silent for a while before asking, her eyes filled with hatred, ”Who is it?”

She knew that her master had a special ability to communicate with other Golden Sons across distances.

”Magic Tower's Magical Apprentice Claus.”

As soon as this was said, Lisa sat on the ground in a daze. Roland was the deputy chairman. Since the murderer was from the Magic Tower, it was impossible for Roland to kill him. At least Lisa felt that way.

Furthermore, she did not want to force Roland to kill Claus. After all, she was a little maid who knew how to repay kindness and compromise.

However, Betta continued, ”Roland has already frozen Claus into an ice sculpture. He's dead now, so you can be at ease in the future.”

After being stunned for two or three seconds, Lisa's eyes lit up.

Her whole face beamed like it could emit light.