The Fake Hero Is Too Strong

Chapter 12

Clack.

Xenia set down her teacup and continued speaking.

“The authority to investigate and judge matters within the territory lies with you, my lord. We only investigate what’s considered ‘unusual.’”

“......”

“For example, the Witch of Carnage.”

Frank’s back stiffened.

“Surely you’re not saying that witch is in our territory?”

“When the Witch of Carnage uses magic, she leaves behind a strong remains. It’s so unique and thick that it’s easily identifiable.”

“......”

“Our Knights Order has dispatched affiliated mages to every territory on the continent, and Quelk was no exception.”

Baron Frank’s face twisted.

That meant a spy from the capital had been openly operating in his territory.

But Xenia spoke on, unconcerned.

“We received a report not long ago that the Witch of Carnage’s mana had been detected. She’s such a major figure that I had no choice but to come personally.”

“......”

“Before I came to see you, I found traces of a battle in the open field north of the territory. Without a doubt, it was her doing. She fought someone.”

“Fought the witch, did they? Whoever it was, I’ll say a prayer for their soul.”

“I’m not so sure.”

Xenia furrowed her delicate brow.

“It might actually be the opposite.”

“Pardon?”

“On the way here, I heard a rumor spreading through the territory. About Mide Mohan. Apparently, a great mercenary arrested a notorious criminal who had been tormenting the people. And they say there was a woman at Mide’s side.”urned cold.

—I’ll make this very clear.

“......”

—If you tell Xenia about our secret contract, I’ll burn that item I’ve been holding onto.

Neril’s face hardened.

—You’re quite fond of it, aren’t you? Burning it would be unfortunate, wouldn’t it?

“You bastard...”

—So let’s continue to maintain a cooperative relationship.

Dame said that, then hung up without waiting for a reply.

Neril’s mouth twitched.

“That son of a bitch.”

“That item? Did he get something on you?”

“......”

“Well, it did seem weird from the start. I couldn’t imagine someone as free-spirited as you cutting a deal with the Empire just for safety or some reward.”

I waited for a reply, but Neril’s lips never opened.

Then Trail suddenly spoke.

[Wanna take a look?]