Volume 5 Chapter 112 – Reinforcements (2)
The Hidden Palace.
The tower that stood alone in the western region of the continent.
To resolve the current conflict, Jin chose the Hidden Palace. Normal people couldn’t go near that place, but as someone who was operating a massive intelligence agency, Kashimir had connections.
And at his request, Alisa nodded.
“I’ll open a transfer gate to the western region’s Manji Island. Thankfully, there’s a Seven-Colored Peacock agent over there.”
Manji Island was the only island that led to the Hidden Palace. Attempting to enter the island any other way would be deemed as intrusion or invasion and was punishable by execution.
Of course, just because the visit was through Manji Island didn’t mean free entry to the Hidden Palace. Someone could only enter with enough trust accumulated through connections, like Kashimir, or enough payment.
“Three years ago, I stationed an agent there just in case. Good thing it’s paying off. I wonder if that fellow has made any contact with the Hidden Palace. His name was… Lucas?”
As much as the intelligence agent could open a pathway to the Hidden Palace, would the tower respond to the entry?
“We didn’t get any information about direct contact. We should at least get some confirmation from the higher-ups.”
“No, there’s no time. If the intelligence agent is doing nothing, maybe we should start talking smack about the Master of the Hidden Palace. Then, someone would come out, right?”
Alisa rushed to the transfer gate. In the meantime, Kashimir explained the situation to Gilly.
“You guys killed a pureblood Zipfel, and to face the repercussions, you are calling for reinforcements from the Hidden Palace? Ah… Young Master. Why is he always walking on a tightrope… I can’t even help because my aura is sealed.”
“The Jin kid knows this, but he doesn’t fear death. He flirts with it.”
“Miss Quikantel, I’m going crazy from his excessive confidence. What should we do? According to Sir Kashimir, the magicians will be arriving any time soon.”
Gilly bit at her nails. Enya, Lathry, and Euria patted her back in an attempt to comfort her.
“Either way, don’t fret, Gilly. Your Young Master doesn’t die that easily. And I’m here too. If the Master of the Hidden Palace or whatever doesn’t help, I can go and wipe them all out. Fuck it if I’ll get a bountry from the Zipfels with that.”
Although she spoke with bravado, Quikantel was still worried.
A horde of Zipfel magicians was inconceivable. And if she reveals her true form in front of the Zipfel Clan, Andrei and Vyuretta’s death would be reinvestigated.
“…Don’t worry, Gilly. I will convince the Master of the Hidden Palace and go help Young Master Jin and Sir Murakan!”
The transfer gate to the island was ready, and Kashimir set out for his quest.
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Most people in the world died without visiting Manji Island.
However, those who did visit always wanted to go back.
A small, warm island with many wild animals frolicking in the meadows. Ten lucky people received explicit permission from the Hidden Palace to settle on the land where the vast ocean and the tower were visible in the distance.
Three years ago, Intelligence Agent Lucas Manfren was stationed on the said island. He was currently sitting on a hammock on the beach, rocking back and forth as he drank a cocktail and watched the romantic sunrise as it dyed the ocean orange. A loose shirt was draped over his tanned skin.
He looked more like a tourist than an intelligence agent.
“I never thought I’d enjoy this life on the continent. Fufu, there’s nothing as sweet as this.”
He would only make short contacts with headquarters every three months. The other leaders of the Seven-Colored Peacock used to call often, but they toned down because they didn’t want to anger the Master of the Hidden Palace.
Lucas’s identity was pretty publicized in the tower, so making secret calls would be suspicious.
“Lucas! Lucas Manfren!”
A familiar voice called his name. At the distant voice, Lucas set down his glass. He doubted his ears for two seconds before standing and greeting his leader.
“S-Sir Kashimir? Why at this time…?”
Meeting eyes with Kashimir, Lucas began to imagine many unfortunate things.
Being punished for his lazy attitude, detained, or in the worst case, being told to return to the main base, essentially ending his heavenly life at the island…
However, unlike all of his worries, Kashimir didn’t care about any of his work habits. Instead, he asked in a rushed voice.
“I must meet the Master of the Hidden Palace! Immediately! Did you manage to form a direct contact with the Hidden Palace? Please say that you have. I’m in a rush!”
A smile stretched across Lucas’s formerly worried face.
‘An opportunity for a raise! Or a promotion, even!’
The leader of the Seven-Colored Peacock requested him to establish direct contact with the tower.
And Lucas could reciprocate this request.
“Of course, Sir Kashimir. I could immediately escort you there.”
“Whoa… Really…!”
“Yes, I have spent so much time establishing this contact for the past three years… I’m thankful that it could be used in times of need.”
Lucas made up some words.
“I will never forget this favor. If things go well with the Master of the Hidden Palace, feel free to await for a massive reward.”
“I merely did my job as an intelligence agent. Then, please wait a moment. I will contact the Hidden Palace now.”
Ping…!
Boom, boom! Crackle!
Lucas shot firecrackers into the air.
“Fireworks? Is this a signal?”
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