Alexios remained trapped in the cave even after Oz got out. That’s natural.

Since he was caught red-handed, he is guilty regardless of misunderstanding or something.

However, depending on the room for negotiations, it will be possible to be released. And the negotiation process was handled by his agent, Ulla Stillena.

“Ahahahaha, what are you doing here after ostracizing me like that? You idiot Alexios.”

“They appear one after another. What else are you here for?”

Alexios murmured as he looked at Ulla who had appeared in front of him with mischievous eyes.

He’s a really tenacious guy. I forcibly dropped it for fear of becoming dangerous, but it appeared in front of him far away.

At this point, it’s an obsession. Alexios asked in a casual manner.

“Do you like me?”

“Crazy?!”

Alexios covered his ears at Ulla’s vehement refusal.

I thought it was deafening from how loud I was screaming.

Ulla cursed at Alexios for a while, then spoke in a calm manner.

“under! what the… … . I’m helping you because it’s my mission. Do you know that I follow you around because I like you?”

“What kind of help is there for you by being so loyal to the Empire?”

What I didn’t understand was that.

Even though it’s a mission, there’s no reason to take care of him this much.

Moreover, in Alexios’ eyes, Ulra did not feel that he was loyal to the Empire.

“Well, it’s a kind of networking. Although I am a noble, I have no power or faction to speak of.”

“It’s a boring political talk. It’s okay because I’m not curious.”

“Hey! After all this, why do you have a troublesome attitude?!”

“Oh yeah.”

Alexios sighed in relief and listened.

You can’t ignore it anymore than this.

Even if you ignore it anyway, it’s better to pretend to listen because you’ll be bothered by chattering next to you.

“Right now, the Empire is quite messy. that’s right Not only did His Majesty the Emperor designate His Highness Stasia as the successor, but he also said that he would pass on the position sooner or later.”

“What’s wrong with handing over the seat to the heir? It’s natural.”

Ula frowned at Alexios’ question and said,

“But Her Highness Stasia has not earned the trust of the nobles at all.”

“Isn’t that a problem that will be resolved on its own with time?”

At least Alexios did.

His alumni, who came to a foreign land and sent suspicion, eventually accepted Alexios.

‘I ruined that too… … .’

Alexios clicked his tongue.

I haven’t been able to achieve the purpose of going to apologize to my alumni because I’m moving to meet Lena.

“Well, what you said makes sense. time will solve it By the way, Alexios. It’s on a different scale.”

“Is it an empire?”

“Yes, because it is an empire. The time to rise to the position of emperor is running out, but Her Highness Stasia still doesn’t understand human emotions. I sent it to Skientia because it was my last chance.”

Alexios opened his eyes and looked at Ulla. Obviously, from now on, what will come out of her mouth will be a matter of confidentiality.

“What do you think is the simplest way for such a monstrous human to rise to the throne of an emperor who boasts absolute power and deal with the humans who oppose him?”

Even ＜Tenebris＞ could not fully understand the emperor’s intentions.

“It’s a purge.”

Ula rubbed her shoulders as if giving goosebumps.

“You’re stupid but quick-witted, you must have noticed by now, right?”

What Ulla was saying was unusual. For a mere agent, he knows too well about the emperor’s intentions.

“Were you Sejak?”

“that’s right. I am a human belonging to ＜Eclipse＞, an intelligence agency under the direct control of His Majesty the Emperor. After all, this is the path I chose to live.”

A sejak inside ＜Tenebris＞ that Discre suspected.

“If the purge starts like that, the first two people will go through the process of extinction.”

Things that are fundamentally impure and heinous.

“It will be our ‘Stilena’ family, who were the emperor’s assassins, and the ‘Punisher’ family, who were the executioners.”

Lucia and Ula were in a similar situation.

That’s why they both decided to show their loyalty to the Empire by joining ＜Tenebris＞.

But Ula was a little different.

At the same time as ＜Tenebris＞, she became a member of ＜Eclipse＞, the emperor’s exclusive intelligence agency. He became something that could be called a traitor or a spy.

to keep everything

She just chose what someone else should have done anyway.

The reason why he sold information about Lucia through the previous incident in the first place was because both sides had the confidence to coordinate the situation well.

‘I didn’t know that Eleanor would make things go wrong… … .’

If it wasn’t for Ulla, the next choice would have been Lucia. If it’s something that only one person has to shoulder anyway, she’s better.

At least she lived a happier life than Lucia.

“The situation is changing rapidly. Alexios, if I help you, how far will you cooperate for me?”

“Take it out or not. It’s in your hands. Is this?”

“I’m glad you understand quickly.”

Ula is both a spy and a double spy. It must have been a long time since the emperor noticed Ula’s inner thoughts.

Even so, Ula was coordinating between the two groups by repeating the risky tightrope.

would be anxious No matter how optimistic he was, he couldn’t be optimistic in a situation like this with a noose around his neck.

that’s why it’s necessary

The protection of an existence with overwhelming force in preparation for a one-in-a-kind case.

Great physical power because of its simplicity.

‘Now, what will happen… … . Please, Alexios. Gradually, even the current situation began to suffocate.’

The fact that she is walking a tightrope is a secret that even her family does not know. It is the source of the fear that has been gnawing away at me all my life.

double-edged sword. If trust in the other party cannot be restored, the Stillena family, including Ulla, will perish.

And then the emperor’s hand will reach the Punisher family.

It all depends on her choice.

But the situation is too much to handle alone.

So, for the first time in her life, Ulla confided her fears to others.

It’s a gamble of a lifetime.

“I should have said that right away. What are you talking about? Isn’t that basically asking for help?”

And Alexios answered.

In response to her fear, he said it as if it were natural, without even a moment’s hesitation.

“A friend can help. I decided to help even the enemy, but can I not help you?”

“Ahahahaha… … .”

Ula smiled broadly as usual and set the bundle and key down in front of Alexios’ eyes.

“Now, this is a bribe for future relationships. And now you can get out of there. Permission has already been obtained.”

“This child? Would it be better if I let you go first and talk?”

Ula grinned and evaded.

Since it was a means for negotiation, there was no room for excuses.

“really… … Best wishes, partner. My lifeline is the same as if you were holding it from now on.”

“It’s nonsensical nonsense.”

Alexios came out, bending the prison bars with force, as if he didn’t care about the key.

In the first place, just like Oz, a simple barbed wire was not enough to keep him locked up.

Alexios, who had escaped from prison, checked the bundle first.

Same as the magic tool that was smashed in the fight with Janus… … No, it was a gaiter in the form of a magic tool that seemed to have improved the power it had somewhere.

“under… … ! I was going to ask you anyway, but it went well.”

“right? I thought I would break it if it were you, so I prepared it, but I’m glad I did. It will be quite expensive, especially since it was made with the family’s assets.”

“It’s just too embarrassing.”

“Wouldn’t there be more justification for helping me if I was burdened?”

Ula winked as she made a gesture of money with her fingers.

“It looks like something interesting is going on in the Goblin Forest right now, right? What do you want to do? Now, I can still get away quietly.”

“No, I decided to help with the request of the enemy, so I have to stay.”

“Well, I guess.”

Ula shrugged and said.

If it wasn’t for that kind of personality in the first place, Ulla wouldn’t have chosen her.

A trustworthy friend, with great character and strength she could count on.

“I’m glad the chain between you and me looks strong.”

“What nonsense are you talking about?”

“There is such a thing.”

Ulla smiled brightly as she remembered the blue-silver-haired girl who taught her to believe in fate.

The chain of ties she held on to this time seemed to be quite strong.

* * *

Baekyang’s food was delicious.

It annoyed me to see the smug expression on my face, but I don’t lie just for that reason.

It was also quite pleasant to stay.

But it’s not even a tour. You need to get things done as quickly as possible.

And fortunately… … .

“Bae, Mr. Baek Yang!”

“What are you doing this morning?”

“The leader called all the Li Mae Mang-ryang.”

The case moved quickly.

Honestly, much faster than I expected.

“It’s a strange thing.”

“which… … .”

“Are you going to call me too?”

“Ah, yes… … . I was told to bring the one who looks like the parasitic brother… … It seems right.”

“You guys have to learn how to take care of your muzzle before you can blend in with people.”

“I mean… … .”

Baekyang’s hard work is felt.

Did she say that no matter how hard she tried, it would be difficult to impress her as long as there were other goblins?

Looking at the situation, it is more serious than I thought. You probably know that many goblins broke their limbs on me a few days ago, but that’s how it looks.

It is definitely a problem that each other’s basic perception is different.

“Rather than that, what else is Oz-sama up to?”

“I’m trying to save the world.”

“Ahahahahaha.”

Well, it’s an expected reaction, but seeing him just laugh without saying anything makes me annoyed again.

is that that funny?

“Shall we go?”

“… … .”

Baekyang, who had been laughing for a while, led the way as if nothing was wrong.

Normally, she would have gone alone, but since ＜Goblin Forest＞ is her domain, she has no choice but to follow it.

This is another strange feeling.

Isn’t this the first time I’ve acted like this with this guy?

The two of them had never been together except when they sold the drinks Eleanor had entrusted them with during midterms.

Moreover, since what happened yesterday, I have a subtle feeling of guilt or awkwardness.

The other side is moving as if it doesn’t matter… … .

“It’s noisy.”

“Oh yeah. It has no choice but to be.”

“therefore? What have you done? If it bothers me too, I will kick you out of the house.”

“I invited a shaman from the three provinces.”

Actually, it’s not an invitation… … .

Anyway, I did talk to her about seeing her again.

I said this because I know what will happen in the future, but it may be different from what others think.

“No matter what the purpose is, just having a shaman wandering outside the three provinces is not a good thing.”

“Considering what happened to the federation, isn’t it understandable that a priestess is going around?”

“Okay. There were many people who thought this was the work of the king, so wouldn’t it be rather embarrassing?”

Baekyang opened his eyes and murmured as if spitting out.

That’s right.

If [Yowang] did it, it would be no different from a natural disaster.

If so, I’d rather understand.

But if that’s not the case, it’s an unknown situation.

I know all about the cause and the consequences that will happen later, but it can’t be overlooked by them.

In the middle of looking at a group of buzzing goblins. In the meantime, a huge goblin walked out.

[The Goblin King] It was a non-type.

“You’re here at last. say hello first It’s because she said she’s from Samdocheon this time.”

“ah… … . It’s really nice to see you again like this. That… … . Come to think of it, didn’t I ask for your name back then?”

“It is called Oz Quo Vadis. soyeon. Long time no see.”

“hahahaha… … . I think it’s only been 3 days or so. I’m ashamed that I didn’t expect to see you this soon.”

Soyeon scratched her head for nothing and was ashamed. Well, I understand.

Unlike me, who was infinitely light-hearted, the words at that time must have come heavy to her.

Did you really think it would be possible to get out of the three provinces so easily?

“which… … . hello?”

“… … .”

After a brief meeting with me, So-yeon greeted Baek-yang with an even more awkward expression than before.

Baekyang did not answer. He just nodded his head expressionlessly.

But it was different.

“This guy? I went out and brought some friends, so I thought I might have developed a bit more sociability… … . ha ha ha! sorry for this Mrs. It seems that the white sheep is shy.”

regret and guilt. relief and despair.

doubt and fear.

Baek Yang, confirmed by [Contemplation], was barely maintaining her poker face as she was entangled with various emotions.

this made it clear The puzzle of guesses I came up with was completed.

“white poplar?”

“… … .”

Her regret was that it was Soyeon right in front of her eyes. Wasn’t there a special presence in the in-game episode?

That’s right.

At most, you wouldn’t have been able to understand Baekyang’s state of mind in a game where lines flowed through scripts.

The girl who was mixed up with all kinds of emotions without saying anything.

How could I have known

Giving up the role of an actor, he just fled into a corner in shock.

“Baekyang, would you like to see me for a second?”

“ah… … .”

He grabs Baek Yang by the wrist and leads him into the woods as he tries to escape from his emotions as much as possible with an expressionless expression.

“you… … .”

There were many puzzles.

She is constantly toiling herself to understand humans.

The day I escaped from prison.

Bihyung said Baekyang didn’t come looking for me because he was looking for something every day going in and out of Samdocheon.

Soyeon’s reaction when she met Baekyang at Samdocheon.

And the way shamans come into being.

“Is the piece of regret you’ve been looking for so long a So-yeon?”

I asked directly. I have no intention of going back.

“Nope… … . No.”

“then?”

“It has a different name.”

“yes… … .”

Well, she’s not stupid either.

Your regrets are right in front of you, and you have a golden opportunity to make things right. If you’re hesitating, it’s probably because you’re not sure.

If it was just someone who resembled her, the loss she would feel would be beyond imagination.

That’s natural. I go to Samdocheon every day.

Moreover, even if it is correct, there are still problems. The point is that So-yeon pretended not to know Baek-yang.

If So-yeon still hasn’t forgiven Baek-yang, if that makes her say things like daggers.

Baekyang won’t be able to stand it.

I must have felt like trying to catch a straw. If you think that the straw you caught can turn into a dagger that will be stabbed in your heart… … .

it would be scary

“Shall I ask for you?”

“Don’t do that.”

Yang Baek shook her head with a pale expression and grabbed the hem of my clothes. I felt trembling.

“please… … . Don’t do that.”

They avert their eyes and refuse to understand. The fear that consumes her wants to maintain the status quo.

She thinks it’s better for her to live her life in regret without ever knowing.

“… … yes.”

I have no choice but to say that now.

If So-yeon acted on her own by saying that she was helping her, then it was confirmed that So-yeon was not really the person Baek-yang thought.

If she didn’t forgive Baekyang and was hiding that she hates her and hates her.

I’ll have to live with that lie for the rest of my life. That lie can never be light.

It is a law that there is a degree of ojilapdo.

Still, I know that it’s not good for the two of them to stop like this. That much is certain.

“Let’s go back.”

So I’m willing

I will be a liar