Chapter 260 - The Ark Of Gab's Side

"I don't think Gab would do such a thing, Verna. He was the one asking for help first," reasoned Mavislin, trying to de-escalate the situation.

"But that doesn't mean anything. Why do the long way while you can have shortcuts? You are the Baron of this land. I do not believe that we have to dig through so many just to find who we need. Each brothel Master has to go through you first anyways," said Bryan, shaking his head.

"Brothels can spawn from anywhere, it might have flown under my radar," retorted Gab.

"That's the worse excuse I've heard for the whole year. You know the brothels' name. You've got connections, so you have to know about ways to get into the brothels. Are you not in charge of this Domain?" asked Bryan, slowly getting angry.

"Now, now... No need to accuse the Baron. I'm sure he's got his own story," said Mavislin, slowly sitting up.

"Cough up what you truly need from the Arks. And give us what we need for it to happen. You've already asked us for help. What's the point of doing so if you can't give us the materials needed?" asked Bryan, ignoring the Valkyrie's pleas.

"I am aware of the two brothels. But the way it runs and how it was before. Even the people... Have all been changed. I was not updated on the changes nor I had checked it out. They kept reporting as per normal, so I left it at that," explained Gab.

"So, do you know who runs the two brothels?" asked Ysabeau.

"Not anymore."

"I beginning to wonder if we asked the correct man for help..." grumbled Bryan, shaking his head.

"He is one of the Five Kings, leader of the Albion Domain. It is your job to know each and every business within the chosen Domain. I am pretty disappointed to learn that he has not been doing his job properly. However, this is not the time to argue," said Mavislin, sternly.

She then grew slightly, into her teenage form. Bryan nearly fainted out of embarrassment as a teenager sat directly on his l.a.p. This did not affect Mavislin whatsoever as she began two lecture the humans.

"As we continue arguing and pointing fingers, girls are being stolen from the area. They have gone without a trace. Whether they are alive or not, it's up to our investigation and teamwork to find out. No point dwelling on what could've been done. Focus on what we have to make it work."

Mavislin's words rang out in Bryan's mind. Now he knew why Yan had placed the Valkyrie at the highest pedal stool. Why Minwoo talked highly and respectfully of Mavislin even if she was just a child. Bryan looked away and at the floor out of shame.

"Since Bryan has managed to ask the questions that I have failed to consider, what is our next move? The man, Clement, might be a trickster but he is all human," said Mavislin, finally getting off from Bryan's l.a.p.

The Slayer thanked the heavens since he barely could hold on anymore. But he felt slightly proud that he was able to contribute to the mission. And that he earned praise from his beloved leader.

"But being all human doesn't mean you won't get hurt. What if he makes you disappear like all the girls did?" asked Gab.

"I'd like to see him try. Remember, humans, can't do anything to us Mages. Give me a battalion and I'll show you what are mass graves for," said Mavislin, eyes glowing gold.

"Hang on... That might be a good plan..." said Ysabeau, who had been deep in thought.

"What?!" chimed the rest.

"I mean, we are finding out where the girls have been taken to, right?" asked Ysabeau, tilting her head slightly.

"So, your logic is to say that we become bait?" asked Bryan, still astonished.

"Isn't that the plan this whole time? That's why I was forced into such outfits to become bait," asked Mavislin.

"Yea, so that shouldn't surprise you. I thought we made it clear in the meeting," quizzed Ysabeau.

"I'm surprised because I don't expect to get nabbed by that butterfly. I thought it would be us witnessing an incident," argued Mavislin.

"Well, it's the only way we can truly find out where those girls are going."

"Let's not jump too far ahead just yet. There are other ways we can go about this, without risking anyone's life. Moreover, we do not know if that butterfly girl is human or something else," said Bryan.

"Verna, the moment we signed up for this, we would be risking our lives," said Ysabeau, fiercely.

Bryan's eyes widened. He then gabve a loud sigh and shook his head. This made Ysabeau slightly bit more angry.