Chapter 371.1
Kasser, unfazed, observed the passionate expression on Pered’s face without a hint of surprise. When they first met in the Holy City, Kasser didn’t detect the weary gaze typical of a long-time gambling addict in Pered. From the discomfort experienced during their journey through the Dark King’s kingdom with Eugene to the unexpected activities beyond the Dark King’s borders, Kasser sensed an underlying significance, although he couldn’t quite grasp it. Separated, these events seemed disconnected, but when considered together, they hinted at undisclosed matters involving the Dark King.
Pered, breaking the silence, asked, “When will Myung King and King Akil come?”
“In three days,” Kasser responded.
“Then we’ll hear the details when everyone is assembled,” Pered concluded.
Kasser was impressed by Pered’s ability to manage things, in stark contrast to the daily mental exhaustion from dueling with Riner. Pered, displaying a rare touch of emotion, prompted Kasser to change his initial plan of deferring the discussion until everyone was present.
“Since there’s no urgent matter right now, I’ll make time. It seems like it will be a rather long story,” Kasser remarked.
Pered, however, hesitated and shook his head. “No, I don’t think I can bear it if I hear it now.” Cutting off any lingering attachment, Pered stood up. After briefly turning away, he faced Kasser again.
“I’ve known for a very long time about the hypocrisy of Sang-je, who has turned the Holy Palace upside down and taken control.” As Pered spoke, his initially composed demeanor gave way to intense hatred, revealing the depth of his emotions.
“But the nauseating stench emanating from him, only I could endure.”