Chapter 263: You Wanna Fight Dirty? That’s Fine By Me (3)
“Big Brother, we’ve successfully kidnapped every last one of them,” reported Daat, holding a transparent glass panel—an Archacic Board.
“Send the remaining payment, then let’s get going,” Keter replied with a nod.
“You all heard him, right? Pack your things. We’re heading back to Sefira,” Daat addressed the group in Keter’s stead.
Katherine and Halibo, startled, turned to Keter.
“Are we going back without the patriarch?” Halibo asked.
“But the palace is a complete maze... They say you can’t leave without a guide, my lord,” Katherine added.
“I don’t expect Halibo to understand, but Katherine, you slave. How can you still doubt me? Your master always has a plan. If you don’t believe me, feel free to stay here.”
She’s been treated like a normal person for so long that she’s forgotten that she’s a slave.
Keter left her to figure it out and opened the door leading into the corridor.
Ching!
Two knights stood guard at the entrance, crossing their swords to block Keter’s path.
“Lord Keter. With your eyes in such a condition, you cannot go anywhere. The interior of the palace is a maze. Without a guide, you will get lost. If you wish to go somewhere, please make a formal request. We will assign a guide.”