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Chapter 149.1: The Suffering of Governing (6)

That was enough, Johan was confident of it. The wizard in front of him was helping the wizard who was fooling around with the troll.

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Surprisingly, Caenerna was considered one of the respected ones.

The clergy did not like wizards very much, but they did not condemn Caenernas magic as heresy or blasphemy.

There were many more evil, selfish and suspicious wizards in the Empire than Caenerna.

The old Emperor increasingly believed in magic and superstition, and he called not only officially recognized wizards but also suspicious and questionable people like them around him.

It was possible because he had power, but it was not a wise act.

Because it brought suspicion, contempt and hostility from those around him. And. . .

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The magic to control monsters could be considered really risky magic. You could be killed by townspeople before being caught as a heretic or blasphemer.

If Jyanina had really manipulated the troll, it would have been natural to catch him like that. If he had admitted it, there was no telling what would have happened.

I see.

Jyanina also was not insignificant. It seemed that he sensed the danger in the moment when Johan hesitated briefly. His smile became softer, and the moles under his eyes twinkled slightly.

Wizards who dealt with mysteries knew how to put power into their voices. It was easy for them to further magnify their charm if they were already attractive people.

But Johan resisted with the power of a strong soul. He could not be tempted by such charm when he was not shaken even by stronger pressure.

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They would try to manipulate like this whenever there was a chance, so where could wizards interact comfortably?

Do you know Caenerna-gong?

Of course I do! Im close with Caenerna-gong.

Jyanina was certainly clever. She had sharply captured the faint hint of favor for Caenerna in Johans voice.

She knew that Caenerna was being held hostage in Johans camp, but it was not something anyone could do to accurately pierce between the two in a short period of time.

However, that confidence was a mistake. The relationship Jyanina had in mind was that of the Emperor and her. A feudal lord and an advisor. A relationship in which they exchanged what they wanted.

But Johan was a person who had talked to Caenerna about a lot more than Jyanina had thought.

Johan, who was diligently memorizing the method to control trolls, did not change his expression at all and agreed.

Youre right. As believers of God, how could we do such a thing?

I talked, so its okay now, right?

Jyanina asked urgently.

Originally, when the knights were caught, she was not that worried.

She was an attractive wizard, so as long as she could twist someone around her finger, she was confident she could act freely even with the knights held hostage.

But the situation changed in an instant. At this rate, it would not be strange for her to be drowned in the sea ahead.

That wizard must die! Your Excellency. Who knows when they might summon another monster to the city!

They may harbor resentment and summon a monster again someday. She must be killed immediately!

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Jyanina swore in her head.

Just because she knew magic to control monsters didnt mean she could easily summon monsters like that. If so, she would have escaped long ago.

Magic was a profound academic discipline and required a lot of preparation.

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Alright. I understand your worries but help is needed to catch the sea dragon.

Jyanina kept nodding her head. The city people looked at Jyanina with very complex expressions. Jyanina read the malice contained in those looks.

Your Highness, please increase security for me. Im afraid they will kill me.

What nonsense. . .! When have we ever!

How dare you question our honor!

Truly more corruption from a fallen wizard!

The provoked city people flared up.

When did she find out that they were planning to secretly send someone to kill her at night?

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