Can Close the Case

The lord gave the order, and the commander acknowledged it before returning to the army to investigate.

On the Association's side, everyone's expressions were no longer as relaxed as before.

They had finally found a lead and tracked it this far, only for the target to be dead.

And he had died half a month ago.

Wu Heng walked over and asked, "Lord Dasil, when the city conscripted gang members, was every gang allowed to join?"

Dasil carefully examined Wu Heng. His appearance alone revealed his identity.

He answered, "They were all conscripted, but we conducted some investigations as well. Gangs with good reputations in the city and no criminal records would have their members appointed as commanders or captains. Those with ordinary records would be broken up and assigned throughout the army."

In other words, all gang members joined the army. The only difference was how they were assigned.

"The Twin Dragon Gang Leader was appointed captain. That means his reputation in the city must have been fairly good, right?" Wu Heng asked in return.

"Based on his level and personnel records, he did meet the qualifications for a captain's position." Dasil's tone remained calm.

That meant that, in Netarei City's eyes—

the Twin Dragon Gang Leader was suited for the position of captain.

Wu Heng took two steps forward and continued, "When did the fighting with the enemy begin?"

"A month ago. The enemy retreated then, but the standoff and fighting between both sides had gone on much longer."

"How many people died?"

"That is classified city information and cannot be disclosed."

"Were any bodies left behind?"

"To prevent plague, once identities are confirmed, the bodies are cremated together." The city lord continued answering.

As the questions and answers continued,

the commander who had left returned.

Three soldiers