Chapter 17 - The Ark Of Human Darkness (1/2)

The Marquess went deep into his thoughts. As a rising leader of the Campania, he needed his subjects' support to overthrow the Congregation. All in all, he needed to master the cards on his hands instead of complaining about those tossed at him.

As the future Marquess, he wasn't here to play the game. He was here to control it. The leader needs to live to the best. He needs to live more fully than anyone else. He is a figure of admiration to his people.

The Marquess knew that the best, but doubts were unavoidable. Nevertheless, there were questions that the Marquess wanted to ask before he could fully trust this group of beings.

”If I help you out, then I want answers from you lot,” stated Minwoo, as he leaned forward.

”There are some things that will scare or scar you. Secrets that should not be uncovered. It might break you, Marquess,” warned Gillian, looking at Minwoo dangerously.

”Hurt me with the truth. But never comfort me with a lie,” replied the Marquess.

”Alright, since you are so keen on it. I'll answer any questions you would like to inquire about. Be it about us or how we define humans.”

”Define humans?”

”There are some humans who question why we look down on your lot. If you want, we could tell you why,” offered Baldwin.

The Marquess shook his head.

”I'll learn about that later on.”

”Suit yourself. I'll explain more about the dual societies of humans.”

Baldwin sighed and continued his explanation.

”Those who are powerful and filled good and purity are normal humans. Those who are constantly happy, giving to others and never expecting anything in return. They are all known as above-world society dwellers,” explained Baldwin.

”Those that are oblivious to the evil of the world,” said Gillian.

”But then there are the other humans. Those who are rotten to the core. Those who lurk within the shadows. Who kill without tears. Who fight without hesitance. Those who constantly steal for their gain. They are known as the underworld society. Ruthless and uncaring,” said Baldwin, eyes filled with darkness.