Noticing Gi-Gyu's flabbergasted expression, Choi Chang-Yong answered his own question, “I can tell by your expression that the Caravan Guild really is your enemy.”

Tilting his head, Choi Chang-Yong continued, “Toward the end of your battle against the giant dragon, I saw Ha Song-Su.”

“...”

“And Ha Song-Su left without doing anything. The Caravan Guild considers you its greatest enemy, but he still didn’t kill you right then and there. So I couldn’t help but wonder if you and the Caravan Guild are actually in this together.”

Gi-Gyu nodded, as Choi Chang-Yong’s suspicion was logical.

Choi Chang-Yong added hesitantly, “Or perhaps… I considered the fact that maybe you and Ha Song-Su are almost equally powerful. This would explain why Ha Song-Su left to fight you another day. Well, whatever the reason, I do believe you have the potential to defeat Ha Song Su. And if you are definitely not on the Caravan Guild’s side, then…”

“So you’re interested in an alliance with me?” asked Gi-Gyu.

Choi Chang-Yong nodded and replied, “Yes, I want to be on your side.”

Gi-Gyu rubbed his chin quietly before asking, “Then I have a question for you. Are you certain the Blue Dragon Guild is not working with the Caravan Guild?”

While Gi-Gyu maintained his uninterested...