Chapter 191

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## Episode 191:

“I’m so glad you’re back safe and sound, Aubrey. I heard from Father, but I was worried. How have you been?”

I couldn’t bow properly because my arms were being held.

But asking her to let go was out of the question, so I just stood there.

“I’m relieved to see you’re well, my lady. The weather was harsh, so I couldn’t send messengers frequently.”

“I know. I’m just happy you returned safely.”

“Thank you for your grace, my lady.”

I glanced at the expressions of my new comrades and subordinates, and they were all different.

Ophelia had a complicated expression. She must be wondering how this gentle and kind lady knew how to cross the Veil Sea.

Freya seemed complicated for a different reason. It looked like a lover’s embrace to outsiders, even though she was a member of House Kalisto.

Heinkel was as perceptive as he was skilled in swordsmanship. He was smiling meaningfully.

To be honest, I was surprised too.

If Duke Kalisto had seen this scene, he might have immediately set a date for our wedding.

“It seems you’ve gained valuable companions. Congratulations, Aubrey. Instead of standing here, shall we go inside? I have a lot to hear.”

“Allow me to escort you.”

We entered the Lady’s residence. I felt a sense of warmth, like returning home after a long time.

“This is Freya, the eldest daughter of House Whitefield. She has left her family and is now working for ours.”

“Left her family?”

Lucia feigned surprise, covering her mouth with her hand. It was too obvious for someone who didn’t even glance at the airship to be surprised by something like this.

The Lady asked Freya, “How did you come to House Walker? I heard the Margrave is quite strict…”

“I am Sir O’Brien’s vassal. You are the person my lord serves, so it is only natural for me to serve you as well. Please speak comfortably.”

“But you’re a guest.”

Lucia glanced at me cautiously, unlike the mastermind she was. I bowed my head, signaling her to do as she pleased.

“Alright, Freya. How did you come to House Walker?”

“I lost a duel against my lord. I was banished from my family and handed over Mistilteinn, the guardian artifact of the north, to my lord. That was the condition of the duel.”

Freya vividly recounted the situation at the time. She said it was as if the arrows were alive.

Since then, I had been practicing fusing mana and aura whenever I had the time. Now I could control the fused energy much more freely.

I had also made some progress with intermediate-level magic.

“But isn’t the bow you’re carrying Mistilteinn? It looks like an artifact.”

“That’s right. My lord returned it to me.”

“So that’s why you made up your mind?”

It might not have been the only reason, but Freya answered yes.

“Even though you’ve been banished, it would be good to contact the Margrave occasionally. My father visited recently, and he was quite disappointed.”

“Thank you for the advice. But I hope my reputation reaches Whitefield instead of me personally contacting them.”

Lucia smiled gently and nodded.

“Who is this gentleman?”

“I am Heinkel. I was Lady Freya’s adjutant.”

He didn’t mention that he was also her swordsmanship teacher.

“And this lady seems to be a mage…”

“I’m Ophelia Flameheart. I’m not a vassal of House Walker. I was dispatched from the Magic Tower for the construction project in the north, but I somehow became O’Brien’s comrade.”

“Comrade?”

It was time to get to the point. Everyone here had agreed to share my goals.

“Once the construction in the north stabilizes, I plan to cross the Veil Sea with those who follow me. To avenge Selendis.”

“So you’re asking how to cross the Veil Sea?”

“That’s right, my lady.”

Ophelia flinched when the Lady nodded.

“You really know how? How?”

“Ophelia, the Lady is a member of the Duke’s family. It would be best to speak more respectfully.”

“Ah…”

“It’s okay. You must be curious since you’re from the Magic Tower. Yes, I know how to cross the Veil Sea. To be precise, I don’t know personally, but I heard it from someone I trust.”

“As expected.”

Ophelia seemed convinced.

There was only one person in our territory who was trustworthy enough. The one person who was trusted more than me.

“Sommelier?”

“That’s right. I heard it too, but Sommelier can tell you more accurately.”

I had to go give him the Dark Soul anyway. I could ask him while I was there.

“What are your plans after you avenge Lady Selendis?”

“Would you excuse us for a moment? The administrator will show you to your accommodations.”

Ophelia seemed like she wanted to hear more, but she obediently left.

The atmosphere was finally right for a private conversation. What I was about to say was uncertain, so it was best if others didn’t hear it.

“I carried out Lady Sapiella’s mission before.”

“The painting appraisal? I heard you were a great help. It must have been a troublesome task. Thank you for your hard work.”

“I just did what I had to do. Actually, Lady Sapiella gave me a painting as a gift back then. Would it be alright if I showed it to you?”

“I’ve seen the painting hanging in your office.”

Good. This would be quick.

“I believe that place is the Promised Land, Terranoir. I plan to find it and open the gate.”

I repeated an important scene from “The Chronicles of Aldebaran.”

But surprisingly, the Lady didn’t say anything about me still being obsessed with the book. She just nodded.

My mind raced.

‘Does her not denying it mean it’s true?’

She should have at least questioned how the painting Sapiella drew could be Terranoir. But the Lady just glossed over it.

“Aubrey, I want to ask you seriously. Do you really plan to open the gate to the demon realm? Putting aside the contents of the novel, it will be a very dangerous endeavor.”

“I’ve already concluded that ‘The Chronicles of Aldebaran’ isn’t a novel. I’ll go to the demon realm and set things right.”

For you.

That way, peace will come to this world, and I can live a comfortable life.

“I respect your conviction. Have you found a way?”

“Not yet. I’m just guessing that it can be opened when certain conditions are met. There is a suspicious passage, though.”

“What passage?”

“In ‘The Chronicles of Aldebaran,’ it says: ‘They transformed the demonic energy concentrated in Terranoir and opened a dimensional gate connected to the demon realm.’ I think this is a clue. Even if the island doesn’t have demonic energy, we’re already in a situation where we can obtain concentrated demonic energy.”

“Dark Souls?”

I knew that would be her answer. We were naturally planning to enter the demon realm.

“I heard on the way here that demons have started appearing in the dwarves’ land as well. If we expand our surveillance area, we can obtain more Dark Souls. I also obtained two Dark Souls on my way to Whitefield. You don’t have to worry about your fever.”

Lucia just smiled and didn’t say anything.

Even though she was the mastermind, she probably didn’t expect me to be this thoroughly prepared. What would the Lady decide?

“The Dark Souls you brought will be used for something important. Go to the Lucius Club and meet Sommelier right now.”

“Yes, my lady. Please rest well.”

When I came out, Ophelia was waiting.

“Shouldn’t you unpack your luggage at your accommodations? It must have been a tiring journey.”

“I didn’t know you were the kind of person who could take a comrade’s money without batting an eye.”

I chuckled and walked out of the inner castle. Ophelia followed me.

“What kind of lady is she? Even though I lived in the Magic Tower, I know how noble ladies usually live.”

“She’s a wonderful person who truly cares for and loves her people. She’s also one of the candidates to succeed House Kalisto.”

“That’s impossible. How can a woman succeed the Duke’s family, not even a barony?”

“There are more impossible things in the world than you think. Was it even possible for you to come to the north in the first place?”

She couldn’t answer that. Public opinion of the Magic Tower was still unfavorable.

“My goal is to be acknowledged by her.”

“It’s not just acknowledgment, but she seems to be showering you with love.”

Love.

I didn’t think it was an emotion she could harbor, having lost her homeland and loved ones. I had no intention of exploiting that wound.

“Go inside and rest. I’ll tell you about it when I get back. Not everyone can meet Sommelier.”

“Tsk. Alright, hurry back!”

I went straight to Sommelier. He was the same as always. He greeted me with the same expression and attire.

“Welcome back, Mr. Walker. Congratulations on your return. Lady Lucia must be very pleased.”

“How have you been?”

“I’m always at peace.”

We moved to the inner showcase. Sommelier went behind the showcase, which was filled with various items, and faced me.

“The north is a harsh place. You must have used up a lot of consumables. Do you need anything?”

“No, I don’t need anything in particular. I came to give you a gift today, Sommelier.”

I took out two ‘Dark Souls’ and a demon horn from my inventory and placed them on the showcase.

“These are Dark Souls and a demon horn. I thought you might need them for your research. I’ll bring you more in the future.”

“Oh! Two of these precious items! This is truly a grateful gift.”

Sommelier put on another pair of gloves over his white gloves and carefully moved the ‘Dark Souls’ and the demon horn.

“Would you like a cup of herbal tea?”

“Of course. This way, please.”

As always, hot water and teaware were already prepared. Sommelier gracefully brewed the tea.

“The next goal of the Inspection Unit is to go to the new continent beyond the Veil Sea. We’ve decided to rebuild the Savion Kingdom.”

“Is that an order from the Lady?”

“No, it’s my decision.”

Sommelier handed me a teacup and said, “As you know, crossing the Veil Sea is impossible. Even with an airship. You need a special method to cross it.”

“Would you tell me the method?”

“Do you know a place called Port Bellium in the west of the continent?”

“I’ve heard of it.”

It was a port famous for its abundance of delicious fish. It was also a hub for sea routes due to the many islands around it.

It was quite far from here, but we could shorten the journey using the airship.

“If you sail for about an hour from there, you’ll find a small island called Doom. There’s a man named Mammon there. If you tell him I sent you, he’ll make the necessary preparations.”

The name ‘Mammon’ piqued my interest.

The demon of greed.

And the island’s name was ‘Doom.’ It meant death, ruin, or an unfortunate fate. I was curious what was on that island.