Chapter 142: Chasing the Rabbit
It soothed his otherwise chaotic mind, easing the madness that constantly threatened to overtake him.
For the sake of his own peace, that strange form of emotional stability was something he couldn’t afford to lose.
Laxus vowed silently.
He would make Rocco Di Malvento his—completely and utterly.
To ensure that, he needed to eliminate every potential trouble before they could even arise.
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After the meeting ended, Marcus and his associates became even busier than before.
Apparently, while Rocco had been asleep, their discussions had gained momentum, and they had drawn closer to uncovering the identity of the so-called mastermind.
Now, the investigation was in full swing.
Rocco had half-heartedly volunteered to join in, saying, "Let me help too!" Unsurprisingly, his offer was promptly shot down.
The response was a firm, "You just stay put and behave yourself."