165 An unnoticed absence (2/2)
”Did you know that the tunnel the Dark Gods created is actually unguarded?” Dropping that, he looked at her reaction but only saw surprise. A bit disappointed, he still did not let it appear. ”Yes, it's true. The opening in Massalia is still guarded, but we didn't spot anyone since the moment we arrived in Avenio. Now, do you think we should tell them this, or keep it for ourselves?”
Frowning, Gwendoline could not understand what was going on. This had nothing to do with her, in fact, she would enjoy not being implicated in this. Her loyalty to Meridiana was unbreakable, and for now, she helped Ymir. Meaning that considering the actions of the Organization, they did not belong to the same side. ”You should sell it.”
”Hahaha, I knew it. Always trust someone from Avenio to make profits out of everything. Unfortunately, that was the wrong answer. But that's fine, you have one more chance.” All of a sudden, the previously cordial exchange turned tense. She also felt the stares of the one hidden in the shadows beginning to aim at her. Even with her mental fortitude, knowing fully well that experienced killers were looking at her was not pleasant.
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”What Leilade is up to?” ”Who?”
CRASH
The well-made chair that was under him was crushed by his fist. Standing up, his easy-going smile was also gone. However, looking at the young woman in front of him, she truly did not seem to know this name. Something impossible, since there had been reports about the dark soul floating to Archet and then leaving to the West. ”The dark thing that floated that day.”
”Oh. I know nothing about what she wants.” She was clearly telling the truth, and a small sound resonated in the room. She could not know it, but it was also confirming the thoughts of the Black Gauntlet. All of those accompanying him had agreed that she did not lie. It had already been many, many days since it happened, but because no one was inside Archet they couldn't even know such a piece of basic information.
”And the reaction of Ymir?” The last two Dark Gods whose names were unknown were the lich and the red giant. However, with the fleeing humans of Archet, they soon learned that he was called by that name, meaning that the lich was the last one to obtain. ”Well, he was extremely scared. At first, he told us to run away in panic as soon as he spotted her. Then, they discussed for a few minutes, and he returned to his castle immediately. But he didn't look very happy, and was mumbling about him never being informed of anything.”
After saying that last sentence, a small glint appeared in the eyes of the man. After all, it was a very strange sentence to say, something he often heard when people deal with the Organization. But the main point was that someone that was unharmed after battling with a Hero became terrified when he spotted Leilade. Not something they wished to learn at all.
”You know, your new friend is becoming a laughingstock those days. The merchant that traveled to Archet. Everyone is joking about how he would die, but apparently, he is completely fine. tell me more about this.” Hearing everything Gwendoline had to say, he was particularly interested in what Ymir said about blood. But when he asked her if she had seen a lich, the only answer he received was which one.
Even after describing in great detail the one he was looking for, she couldn't confirm or deny its presence, as she was not particularly interested in them. In fact, none of the humans still staying were curious about the undead, all preferring to not look at them directly. Obtaining everything he wished, albeit, with a few exceptions, he couldn't help but curse his subordinates. It was not really dangerous, they had managed to enter this room without alerting anyone.
”Take this.” Grabbing something from his bag, he gave her a very small orb. Seeing her puzzled face, he explained what it was. ”That's a small device used to talk to each other. Another one is located right outside of Archet. Because the range is merely 5 kilometers, it is enough for you. I know you are not someone that can't connect with the surrounding mana. Meaning that you can activate it. Each day, you will report everything important you have seen to us.”
”Do I have the choice?” Hearing this, the man couldn't help but laugh. Taking that as an answer, she only took the orb and tried to activate it. To her surprise, the empty device took a blue color, and she could hear someone like he was very far away. ”Test! Test! One, Two! Do you copy?” Looking at the Black Gauntlet that was gesturing her to do something, she approached her head. ”Yes.”
”Great. I will shut it down now.” Soon after, the blue color disappeared, returning the orb into just a small ball of glass that was reflecting her face the empty wall behind her. Only at that moment did Gwendoline suddenly turned around. ”Ah!” Looking at the woman that had a small scream of surprise, everyone looked at her, wondering what she was up to. But apparently, it was not their fault as she only did that after looking behind her.
Beginning to feel unease, he had no idea what was this for. The wall behind her was without any problems, as all the damages it suffered had been repaired. So why did she screamed? ”You should go, now.” Her dark tone made everyone put their guard on, as it was mixed with fear. ”Why?” But before she could answer, a ratman flew through the doors and crashed on her desk, right in front of the Mayor.
Turning their sights to the opening, they could see a massive armor moving on its own. Inside the four large hands, one could see another shadow that was struggling. Not caring about the fact that his head was so high that the ceiling was being destroyed, the giant answer in her stead. ”Why? Because a skeleton is always watching her.”