Chapter 408 Astonishing
Lyrian was about to reply to this but the chief of police cut in between, "Calm down! This is a meeting between the elites of this city. If such topics are to be discussed it is here."
The merchant calmed down after hearing this, as the guard chief turned to Lyrian with a serious gaze in his eyes.
"Still... do you have sufficient proof behind this statement, Lyrian? If not... it will lead to consequences that I will not be able to avoid giving. I hope you understand that." He firmly stated. Updated from novelbIn.(c)om
After this, Lyrian went on to explain what he had learned so far during his stay in Hogolsworth.
He began with his journey to Otinka village for the Orc quest and explained the overly powerful Orcs that he and his group of adventurers discovered.
He explained the Dark Ore empowering the orcs, and the figures dressed in black as described by the Orc Alpha.
Those around the table listened closely but were not convinced yet. All of these things could have simply been from coincidence.
However, Lyrian continued, assuring them that this was only the beginning of his investigation.
He then spoke with him about his journey to the Black Market. Although it was illegal to shop or even enter that place, it wasn't like the elites of Hogolsworth didn't know of its existence.
Lyrian explained that it was for investigation purposes only and was understood fairly easily.
He spoke about the Dark Ore swords and how he interrogated the owner, but just as everyone was anticipating a good answer to all of this, Lyrian implemented a lie.
"After interrogating him, In the end, I didn't receive any real information. So then, I moved on--" He continued.
'I will reveal that crucial information about Third Head at the end. That way, he won't refute it so early.'
The Third Head was anticipating to hear that his lackey had given out his name as a culprit.
However, on hearing Lyrian's words, there was a feeling of relief.
"How strong were they?" He suddenly exclaimed.
Lyrian didn't hesitate to answer, "In adventurer terms, they were no less than CALAMITY threat-level beasts."
At that moment, even the nonchalant Metaal scrunched his forehead by opening his eyes widely.
He choked on his spit slightly, "W-what?" He exclaimed in surprise.
"Hey..." A bewildered voice came from Third Head's magic orb.
Everyone's attention switched to the orb, as Third Head continued, "Did you kill them?"
Lyrian didn't hesitate to say the truth. "Yes... I killed both of them."
Another atmosphere change occurred. Lyrian was seen in a new light.
'T-two CALAMITY threat level beasts? If he happens to not be lying... then just how powerful is he? No first year, even in Anaviotis, should be able to do that.' The chief of defense mused to himself in shock.
"I see... you're that strong huh?" Metaal muttered under his breath.
'He killed them. Both of them? All by himself?' Third Head repeated in his mind, in sheer disbelief.
"Sir Hyroon! Are you sure you can verify the words of Lord Lyrian? Please think deeply of your memories!" The merchant said, still shocked.
Sir Hyroon faced the fat man with a serious glare, "Do you think I wouldn't recall my family and friends being killed by those beings? I am not confused."
The merchant stammered, backing down slightly.
"And finally, that brings me to my next course of action
. Firstly, It is to track down the base of the Black Petal Sect."
Before anyone else could even wrap their heads around what was just unleashed, Lyrian continued.
"I need parties of adventurers, dozens of them with over 4 members each. Search parties need to spread across every corner of the outskirts of Veridrake."