“The mayor and the guild leaders. You will maintain your positions,” Eugene said.

“Oh!”

“T-thank you, sir!”

Everyone’s expressions brightened at once at Eugene’s generosity. However, their faces immediately stiffened after hearing Eugene’s following words. “However, I will confiscate half of your property and wealth.”

“…”

“Hmm? Is there a problem?” Eugene asked.

“O-of course not.”

“You are truly merciful, sir!” The mayor and the guild leaders revealed awkward smiles. Although they would lose half of their wealth, they were glad to keep their positions. As if suddenly recalling something, the mayor carefully spoke.

“Umm… Excuse me, Sir Eugene.”

“What is it?”

“With all due respect, I have one question,” the mayor said.

Eugene nodded for him to continue, and the mayor hesitated for a moment before speaking, “Well… Isn’t it impossible for members of the Dark Clan to enter a building or a castle unless they were invited? So how did you manage to enter the castle…?”

The guild leaders carefully turned their gazes toward Eugene after hearing the mayor’s question. They were also extremely curious about the issue but hadn’t dared to ask. Eugene’s lips slowly parted. “Brighton’s members of the Dark Clan. They invited me.”

“Traitors! I knew that they would…” one of the guild leaders suddenly sprang...