Chapter 141

Chapter 141

Indeed, Your Majesty mentioned so

Commander Bruno stroked his mustache with a troubled expression.

I had simply thought His Majesty gathered psychics to form a useful secret organization. I never imagined the reason for organizing and keeping Arenja close was such.

The next day, Seongjin briefed Commander Bruno about the conversation he had with the Holy Emperor the day before.

Since he was also close to Seongjin, he thought it necessary to have a more accurate understanding of the organization he was a part of.

Of course, he left out slightly sensitive topics like the Oracle or the sarcophagus of the previous empress.

His Majesty never quite reveals his intentions clearly. So thats what you were thinking.

Masain was also present here.

Feeling left out in recent conversations with Commander Bruno, it was decided to openly share everything with everyone. However, Masain seemed more anxious than pleased.

When I was the captain of the guard, I also didnt properly know about the organization Arenja. I only vaguely guessed that something existed. Is it really okay to inform me of such critical secrets now?

This was a noticeably cautious attitude, different from the past.

What are you saying? Its just that there hasnt been a proper opportunity until now. Im actually embarrassed for not having discussed it sooner.

Initially, Masain seemed to regard Seongjin as a child who needed his sincere care. After the boys near-death experience at the Diggory estate, he became frantic over not being able to control Seongjins every move.

However, after experiencing various events recently, it felt like he was trying to find an appropriate distance, acknowledging that Seongjin wasnt just a child.

It seems hes realized Im not just a kid anymore. Its probably safe to say hes started to trust me to some extent.

Then, the Demon King snickered.

[Or maybe hes given up entirely? You did give him a hard time.]

Shut up!

The fact that it hurts quite a bit is irritating. Its like hes hitting my nerve.

Seongjin managed his expression and added,

I believe its only natural to consult you first on such important matters. You are the head of security at Pearl Palace and my swordsmanship instructor, arent you? So, I hope you will continue to support me as you have been.

At that, Masain grimaced, making a strange expression before slowly turning his head to the side. Seeing his eyes slightly reddened, it seemed he was quite moved.

This man is also unexpectedly sensitive

Its not just Arenja. Seongjin was thinking of soon informing Masain and Commander Bruno about Dasha and formally introducing her to them.

She has been visiting Pearl Palace frequently, and the ones she is most nervous about are Commander Bruno, a former Decalon Knight, and Sir Masain, a senior knight.

The commander is already aware that someone has been sneaking into Seongjins room, and lately, Sir Masain seems to be catching on to something as well.

In that case, instead of wasting time on unnecessary probing, it would be better to be open and get along. Seongjin felt that these three would continue to be together for a long time.

So, what should we do now, Your Highness? Commander Bruno asked with a serious face.Given that we cannot fully trust Arenja, wouldnt it be better for me to withdraw from there now?

Hmm? No, Commander. Seongjin shook his head. Just because we cant fully trust Arenja doesnt mean they arent useful. And the position Ive offered you remains a sweet deal.

Everyone knows a sword is a weapon.

Whether one gets cut by the blade or wields it properly as a weapon entirely depends on the user.

So?

If you have no particular desire to return to the knighthood, Id be grateful if you continued to play the role of Arenjas salary thief and stayed by my side. Theres a good chance well need to cooperate with Arenja at some point, and above all, I really do enjoy the tea you make.

Indeed, at some point, Seongjin had come to appreciate the aroma of tea. This was a significant development compared to the days of surviving on calorie-dense preserved foods.

This was all thanks to Chief Chamberlain Louis and Commander Bruno.

Their skill in making delicious tea was so renowned that even the Holy Emperor, who rarely touched food, was often seen contemplating a cup of tea.

At that, Commander Bruno looked quite proud.

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No, a former commander of the knights shouldnt be so pleased about being acknowledged for his tea-making skills.

As the warm atmosphere continued for a while, Masains expression suddenly darkened as if he had thought of something.

Whats wrong? Is there something bothering you, Sir Masain?

Indeed, there is, Your Highness.

After some hesitation, Masain cautiously began to speak.

This goes back to my childhood, when I used to visit my uncle, His Majesty, before he ascended to the throne

Muttering to herself, she suddenly realized she was standing alone in a wide corridor, a large and ornate sarcophagus sitting starkly before her.

Seo Yi-seo blinked.

She remembered hearing from that writer what the Holy Emperors Sarcophagus was, but now that she was alone with it, a part of her heart suddenly sank.

She had to be in the same room as the corpse inside the sarcophagus?

Wait a minute

As Seo Yi-seo panicked, the door closed harshly behind her with a creak and a thud.

The spirit of the first Holy Emperor is said to bestow blessings, but what if there are really ghosts?

Having only heard of the sarcophagus as a treasure of the Holy Emperors family, Seo Yi-seo only then felt a chill run through her body, realizing the full implications of being alone with the Holy Emperors Sarcophagus.

And soon after, a voice that seemed to shake her soul resonated strongly in her mind.

[Despicable. That one, truly despicable.]

?

[Unchangingly audacious, perhaps. That child has always been like this. Despite my clear signs of whom I desire, my call has been ignored twice already.]

And then.

Suddenly, a man shimmering with light appeared out of thin air and lightly descended upon the sarcophagus.

!?

For a moment, Seo Yi-seo thought she was beholding a god.

Everything about the translucent man shimmered in resplendent gold.

His hair was like strands of spun gold, and his eyes shone like the sun, golden and radiant. A halo of gold enveloped his entire being.

Even the robes he wore were adorned with elaborate golden patterns.

His presence was overwhelmingly majestic, an undeniable fragment of divinity.

It was as shocking as the first time she had seen the Holy Emperor.

As she stood stiffly, staring up in a daze, the man tilted his head and mused.

[And to think, the vessel sent to me is so flawed, how shall I receive it?]

What, what?

Not only was she being treated like an object, but she was also being deemed defective?

Fear was one thing, but anger was another!

Seo Yi-seo couldnt help but bristle.

Excuse me? What did you just say? Flawed? Hey! Just because youre a demigod, does that make it okay? Huh?

[Ha. How utterly foolish]

The man chuckled as if amused by her ignorance.

[Fortunately, you have not yet become a puppet, but still, such a soul with too many defects.]

What do you mean by that?

[Exactly as I said. Tell me, woman, were you always such a flounder, unable to discern right from wrong, always so impetuous?]

What

[Do you even properly remember when you came to this world?]

The man, observing Seo Yi-seo rendered speechless, slightly curled the corners of his mouth.

[Well, it doesnt matter anyway, false Saintess. Even if there are some flaws, you are still a vessel capable of containing something. I shall willingly accept you as the new Saintess.]

The mans golden pupils slit vertically and narrowed, like a predator spotting its prey.

Seo Yi-seo instinctively felt a sense of danger and stepped back.

What are you planning to do to me?

[Isnt it obvious? Since that child wont come here to meet me, I must leave this place myself.]

A hand, glowing with a golden aura, slowly reached out towards her.

[Be at ease, woman. I shall make good use of you. For now, rush to the palace and give that despicable one, who lacks respect for ancestors, a piece of your mind. That will satisfy me.]

And in an instant, darkness engulfed her vision.