A group of cultivators had invaded a rarely deserted place in Reinhardt. Zik had come across the enemies by pure chance, and fought for an entire day to defeat them. He’d done a great deed, because there would’ve been a lot of casualties had Zik not been there to stop the cultivators from overrunning the city, if that was what they had in mind. 6

Grid had assumed that Zik would use this good deed of his as an opportunity to confront Grid about the truth. 6

Why did you join forces with Rebecca? 2

Did you abandon me because I’m not as valuable as her? 2

Grid predicted a serious argument. Therefore, he waited patiently for Zik to bring it up. He was determined to understand what Zik wanted from him and clear up any misunderstandings. 1

Yet, when Zik returned, he said nothing, expressing no doubts or complaints. This was because he had come up with an answer on his own. He didn’t wait for Grid to explain anything to him. Rather, he thanked Grid. He decided not to be burdened by vengeance any longer. 9

It was a joyful day. 0

After seeing off Zibal, who returned to work, Grid and Zik visited Piaro’s mansion. 0

“Y-Your Majesty?” 0

“God!” 1

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