“Lady Serin Reiner… I rather like the sound of the name. Don’t you, Elkin?”

“…..”

Isla could not say anything. He recalled the old adage that one would reap what they sowed.

“Your Royal Highness, Your Excellency. I apologize for being late.”

At that time, Leo and Sophia walked towards the pavilion along with the Red Moon Valley elves. Seeing their appearance, Raven nodded before speaking.

“I think all of us are here, so let’s get started.”

Raven spoke in a subdued voice, then looked around at the maids with a light clap. All of the maids bowed before quickly leaving the pavilion. Soon, only the important figures were left. Raven continued while looking around at the group.

“All of you here are sided with the prince and me, so I will tell you in advance. Last night, Duke Arangis died.”

“Heuk!”

“T, that’s…”

Everyone gathered displayed shock except Raven, Ian, and Isla. Raven raised one hand to calm them, then continued.

“He was murdered by black magic. And we already know who killed him.”

“…..”

Everyone seemed curious, but no one dared to ask. Raven would explain if they needed o know.

“But I cannot tell you the identity of the perpetrator just yet. However, it is clear that he is an enemy of Pendragon,...