One day later.
Count Leinberd had used his fastest horse to reach Marquis Walford's city. Since he couldn't enjoy the 'banquet' from the brothel, he rushed to this city in order to discuss the problem with his superior.
He was received quite well by the marquis, but the atmosphere turned cold when the marquis finally spared some time to meet him.
Marquis Walford was sitting in the opposite direction while squinting his eyes as if judging his action.
"M-Marquis. You have to learn about this."
Marquis Walford fell silent for a moment before saying with a cold tone. "Do you know that your sudden visit put me in a difficult position? You should know that you have to make an appointment first so that I can prepare an entrance for you! We can't let many people know about our connection."
"I apologize, Sir. However, this matter is very important. You have to hear this first."
Hearing the plea, Marquis Walford snorted. "It's better if that's correct. If not, then you shall experience my anger!"
"Y-yes." Count Leinberd nodded with a serious expression. He immediately told him about the information he had received from the brothel. He had sent his subordinates to confirm the information and told them to send the confirmation to the marquis territory.
As expected, the news alarmed even a marquis.
His position was higher and his influence was bigger, so it was clear that the marquis knew a lot more about the situation.
He instantly gritted his teeth while stating, "This is a huge problem. We are currently affiliated with the Royal Family. We have to show them that we're their loyal subject. If this information is true, then we have to snatch the book from her hand.
"You don't know about this, but the Supreme Devil Organization has told me about the Demon Relief Squad. They have been the ones causing problems for the organization. They have told me that if we can somehow destroy them, they will increase their cooperation.
"It makes a lot of sense if you see the connection between the Demon Relief Squad, the Third Prince, and the Demon Banner Army. Then, take a look at our side. There are the organization and us.
"Since the Demon Relief Squad is important, the fact that they're the ones delivering the book means it's something important. So, the information might be true.
"And we can copy this book or even create a fake and give it to the Royal Family. I'm sure that they will be grateful to us. There might even be a promotion after this.
"If everything goes according to the plan, the organization will have a high ranking spy in the kingdom. That's why we have to use this opportunity to show both the Royal Family and the Supreme Devil Organization that we are useful."
Marquis Walford paused for a moment, thinking about his plan. He looked at the count and said, "I'm going to send you a few experts. I want you to snatch that book from Countess Christina and hand it to me.
"If you can do this, I'll be helping you take control over two other territories next to you. They are weaker than that whore, so you can easily gain their territory with my help.
"And once you become a high ranking member of the organization, you will also receive a lot of benefits."
Count Leinberd's eyes looked like they turned yellow as if he was looking at numerous gold coins in front of him. His greed was completely lit up.
If he played his card correctly, he might be able to become a marquis sooner or later. It seemed he could fulfill his ambition faster than he originally thought.
It seemed that he wasn't wrong when he switched sides.
"I understand. I shall make sure that the book will be in your hand as quickly as possible." Count Leinberd lowered his head, receiving the instruction.
"Good. As for the inquisitor, it won't be good to deal with Marquis Stargaze right now. He has a lot of pressure from the Royal Family, so his anger must be piling up. If we harm his daughter, he might direct that anger to us.
"That's why you have to tell the brothel to handle her in order to show their sincerity. Promise them that if they can perform well, I might connect them to the Supreme Devil Organization."
"Yes, Sir." Count Leinberd nodded.
After sending Count Leinberd off, Marquis Walford actually smiled. "What a fool. Marquis Stargaze has been stopping me from getting everything that the Ardagan has left behind. If he makes his move out of anger, he will also destroy you.
"At that time, I can get the book and destroy any evidence with the help of that marquis. The Royal Family will also apply more pressure on the marquis while rewarding me for handing over the book. Hahaha, I'm truly a genius!"
Neither Count Leinberd nor Marquis Walford knew at that time that they had been played by both the brothel and Anna. Though, the one who would cause their downfall was Noel's participation and plan.
They didn't know that the moment Count Leinberd left his mansion to personally inform this 'important' information, they had already lost.
After all, Illia had been cooperating with Anna.
She said she would delay them, but Anna had actually arrived alongside her and had been hiding inside the brothel. Once they got the news of Count Leinberd leaving, Illia immediately informed Anna.
"The Count has left," Illia said. She had changed her clothes from maid clothes to a tight black suit to use the night as the cover. Just like Anna, she would be infiltrating Count Leinberd's mansion.
Although she didn't look like it, Illia was only a step away from Spirit Master. So, with her help and expertise, Anna could easily get a lot of information from the marquis.
"We're going."
"As expected, he's evolving as well. I still can't see this far ahead and come up with a plan to make everything this smooth. I have a lot to learn." Anna smirked while looking at Illia. "I'll be relying on you."
Illia nodded.
