Chapter 409: Reflection [2]

Chapter 409: Reflection [2]



A constant ringing sound echoed in my mind as I headed toward the location that Atlas had given me.

I thought back to the figure I had seen in the glass and had a sudden idea of what was going to happen.

My already ringing mind buzzed with even more intensity, and the words I had once heard in the vision rang in my mind once more.

'...Didn't do it. He did...'

Piecing everything together, I understood exactly what the vision was trying to tell me. Julien... He was the one who was responsible for getting me into that situation.

Someway, somehow, he took over my body and killed someone of importance, getting me into trouble.

A faint taste of metal lingered in my throat as I swallowed subtly, my throat suddenly felt dry. "Haa."

I took a deep and steady breath to keep myself composed.

The situation shocked me, but I had been expecting it for some time now. The shock died down rather fast as I started to think about my options.

'If the scenario plays just like I think it will play out, then I need to find a way to prevent Julien from taking control of the body.'

...I already knew what I had to do.

But there was a problem with that option.

And it was the fact that I'd need to reveal that there was another entity residing within my body.

Furthermore, I needed to find someone capable enough of sealing the Julien that resided within my body.

Only then would I be able to avoid the scenario presented in the vision?

But who?Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Who could I tell about the situation? Furthermore, they needed to be capable of helping me. 'Maybe I can try to find a way to make it seem like someone is trying to possess me...?'

That seemed to be quite a dangerous plan. If it backfired then it might just destroy everything that I had worked so hard for.

Then what?

"Ah."

A thought occurred to me.

If there was one person that already had an idea of my situation and could help then there was

one.

'Evelyn.'

My heart skipped a beat.

....She was the one person that was capable of handling the situation.

Just like what she did with the Angel of Sorrow, I knew she was capable of doing the same thing with me.

So long as I asked for her help...

"Ooof."

I already felt a massive headache building up.

The thought felt daunting but what other option did I have? She already had a good idea, and this would only confirm her theories

What mattered to me was my own safety.

For that reason, after a little bit of thought, I decided to speak to her after I met up with Atlas.

My thoughts eased after that and I headed for the location Atlas sent me.

I thought I had a clear path forward in tackling the vision, when...

"...There's someone that I need you to kill."

Atlas's words reached my ears.

Even if I didn't want to, my body grew stiff. Especially since a notification flashed across my vision right after that.

[◆ Main Quest Activated: Murderer]

:Character Progression + 401%

: Game Progression + 17%

Failure

: Calamity 1 + 21%

: Calamity 2 + 13%

: Calamity 3 + 17%

It was a quest notification.

...The timing at which it arrived was somewhat questionable. Nonetheless, I remained composed and didn't show any outward reaction.

I merely glanced at the window for a few seconds before shifting my attention back to Atlas.

"I understand."

I was surprised by how calm my tone was.

Especially since the situation made the entire scenario confusing. It went from 'Julien' taking over and killing someone important to being ordered to kill someone important.

Which one of the two was it?

"Who exactly do I have to kill?"

I continued to be surprised by the calmness and composure that I exhibited while addressing

Atlas.

There were a total of three locations.

"Security is quite tight today. It's quite a struggle to find spots that escape the security's

reach. Of course, even though security is tight, when I'm here, it's nothing to worry about.

The Chancellor won't be giving you any problems. The spot I've listed has several high- ranking members overlooking the area which is why they're deadspots. They'll overlook

anything that happens there."

"I see."

I gave the paper a quick look once more, memorizing all the names before burning it. I wasn't surprised by the fact that Atlas was capable of achieving this much.

The Inverted Sky was an organization that had control over the Royal Family itself.

....What was a little Academy to them?

Still, there was one thing that was bothering me about the entire situation.

"If I do end up killing the target, what then?

"Are you worried about the response of the Church?"

"Yes."

The man in white...

I still couldn't forget about them. Especially their terrifying strength. Who were they?...And

who did they work for?

"You don't need to be too worried about the Church's response. We will handle that side."

Will you?

I wasn't so sure about that.

In any case, I looked directly at Atlas.

"There's one more thing that I wanted to bring up."

"What is it?"

"....I spotted a suspicious man in white not too long ago. He looked to be around tier 7 or

higher, I'm not entirely sure. Do you happen to know them?"

"A man in white?"

Atlas frowned, musing over my words while quietly mumbling to himself, 'That's not exactly

the best description, but if he's that strong then it shouldn't be too difficult to make a

guess...'

Eventually, he raised his head to look back at me.

"There's a few targets that come to mind. In particular, the followers of Clora, the Godess of Elements. They all wear white, and they would also have several powerful Templars guarding them at all times. If there's anyone that fits that description it would be them."

Clora...

'Right, their group did indeed wear white during the walk.'

I remember quite clearly now that I was thinking about it.

It was then that I had a sudden thought.

"My target... Is he "

"Yes, he's also a follower of Clora. At least, on the surface."

"Ah."

I pressed my lips.

The situation was becoming more and more complicated. But still, I managed to find out

most of the information that I wanted.

Now was the time for me to find a way to reject the mission.

I was just about to open my mouth when Atlas spoke over me,

"Before I forget, another reason why I assigned you on this mission is because there's a

chance that you might be targeted as well. No..."

Atlas laughed, his eyes squinting with a cold glint.

"Who am I kidding? You're definitely going to be targeted. Those guys definitely know about

the rumors. They will undoubtedly send some people to target you."

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"But like I said, you don't have to worry. So long as you're within my range, no one can harm

you. I won't stop those that you can stop yourself, but you won't have to worry about anyone

too strong coming your way. I can promise you that much."

He sounded so confident when he said those words.

It was enough to make me want to believe in them. Had it been before, perhaps I would've.

But things were different now.

I had seen the vision.

...I wasn't safe.