Chapter 146: The Collapse of Mount Justinian [2]

Abel haven't checked yet, but it doesn't seem to be a lie. Because Count Valdey's answer was full of confidence.Of course, it didn't matter what the truth was.

Able walked around the mine, pretending to look for something.

"Except for this mountain, there is no other place where the two counts meet?"

"Yes, because Mount Valdey is long and narrow."

"What nonsense are you talking about? This is Mount Justinian, Your Majesty the Duke."

It was just a simple question, but it was the beginning. Now, it seemed like the emotional rift was so deep that they even fought over place names.

Able walked around the mountain, shaking his head. He was planning to check out the mine on the other side as well.

'Surprisingly, it's systematic here too?'

Even though Count Valdey had started mining a little later, the mine entrance was very clean. The miners were also working briskly. It seemed like there hadn't been any dangerous incidents or safety accidents recently.

After carefully examining the inside of the tunnel, Able called the two counts together.

"Listen carefully."

"Yes!"

"Yep!"

It was a critical moment when a single word could have changed the course of business.

Even people who were treated like kings in each region could not help but feel nervous.

The faces of the two counts were filled with anticipation and worry at the same time. But Able was determined not to give them the answer they wanted.

"Starting today, the Justino and Valdei mines will be closed. In addition, this mountain will be designated as a restricted area."

"That's right… Yes?"

"No, Your Majesty! What do you mean? I've never had an accident before, and you want me to close it?"

Naturally, the two counts jumped up and down in their seats. It couldn't be helped because the mine was generating significant profits. But what Able said wasn't without basis.

Just a little while ago, Shuguri had thoroughly investigated the ground.

"So far, we've been lucky. But if we expand any further, it'll all come crashing down."

"How long will that take?"

"Judging by the speed of work, it should be completed within half a year."

"Why is this suddenly happening?"

"A large space has been created inside as the flow of groundwater has changed. It looks quite unstable."

Able thought he knew what Shuguri was talking about. So, that meant a sinkhole was being created. He recited exactly what Shuguri had said.

"No, how can you know the inside just by looking at the outside?"

"I can't believe it, there haven't been any problems so far."

Even after hearing the explanation, the two counts objected. But Able had no intention of bending.

"Stop all operations immediately and completely empty the tunnel. This is my order as the Supreme Judge."

"…"

"Oh, I understand."

Although their faces looked completely incomprehensible, they had to nod. Able's status and position were too high for them to dare disobey the order.

Soon, mining on both sides ceased.

Of course, the miners also came out of the mine with faces showing that they did not understand English.

"Let's get started slowly."

"Okay."

Able planned to use Shuguri's powers to collapse the tunnel.

Then, what if he designated this entire mountain as a no-go zone?

The border between the two counties would disappear altogether. Then wouldn't there be less fighting? There wouldn't be much opportunity to see each other's faces in the future.

Able sent Shuguri away and got into the carriage. He planned to observe the situation while leisurely sightseeing around the area with the two counts.

'I guess I have no choice but to admit it.'

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Able didn't think they would blame him for closing it early if they saw the mountain collapsing before their eyes.

Soon, as if Shuguri had used his powers, a heavy vibration began.

Kurrururur!

"Oh, no, what is this?"

"Really? Is the tunnel really collapsing?"

The two counts were astonished. It hadn't even been half a day since Able's warning. But then, the whole mountain really started to collapse.

Kookung! Kookugung! Boom!

With a tremendous roar. Of course, it didn't really create a huge hole or anything. There was just a huge earthquake, and the corner of the mountain sank and caved in a bit.

It probably wouldn't be too dangerous unless there was more space underground.

'But it's enough of a justification.'

It's such a dangerous place that they can't just keep people out. Of course, it was impossible to block all entry by the general public, but one thing was certain.

'You can't set up a gate or a fortress and station troops there.'

Able looked back at the two counts and said:

"It was really close. If I had been just a little bit later, there could have been a big accident."

"Oh, I see."

"You are truly amazing. How can you know so much about the underground world…"

Count Valdei quickly agreed, but Count Justino was the problem.

That old man had been talking strangely since earlier. Should Able say he had a suspicious personality? But he calmly gave the answer he had prepared in advance.

"Do you remember the Erset Mine case among the trials I handled in the past?"

"Of course. You convinced the monster to come forward as a witness."

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"Aha! I've heard of that."

"I learned the method of ground surveying from that friend. I thought it might come in handy."

"I see. Now I understand. Why did Your Majesty have to rush things so much?"

After even convincing the suspicious old man, the case was solved in an instant.

The territorial dispute trial was naturally canceled, and the two earls also lost their reason to fight. Able thought everything would fall back into place.

But surprisingly, there was a visit from clergy from the religious sect.

"Your Highness?"

"Yes, go ahead."

"Can you… please tell me a prophecy just once?"

No, what the hell were these people talking about? Why were they asking him that?