"Viscount Qixing, forgive my presumption."
Velin looked at the other man without the slightest ripple in his heart. A polite smile hung on his lips as he gestured for him to take a seat.
The middle-aged man understood at once. He bowed politely, then sat steadily across from Velin.
"My lord Viscount, I am Evatt, from the Kashimir Organization, also known as the Seven Stars Organization," the middle-aged man introduced himself unhurriedly.
"You may be unfamiliar with our organization, but your uncle, Augus Moravia, has deep ties to us."
Velin's expression instantly turned grave. His gaze sharpened like a blade as he signaled Kyle to seal the room.
Having received his master's order, Kyle immediately cast a spell. A sturdy Magic Barrier descended like a dome, enveloping the entire room.
Yet the middle-aged man showed not the slightest fear at this action. Calm and composed, he continued recounting the matter's full story without haste.
"In the year 9608 of the Radiant Calendar, one hundred and thirty-eight years ago, Augus Moravia joined the Seven Stars Organization under the guidance... no, the bewitchment of Ragna, one of the Seven Stars, and became a Vice Star."
"At the time..."
"Enough. What do you want to trade for?" Velin interrupted him with a wave of his hand, his expression blank.
"I possess information on thirteen Seven Stars Organization strongholds and a list of important members. I hope you can introduce me to Duke Moravia," Evatt said directly, without wasting words.
"So you are one of the Vice Stars as well."
"Yes."
Evatt did not conceal it and admitted it outright.
"Kyle, take him back first."
"Yes, Master."
After Kyle and Evatt left, Velin hurriedly met with Aljettah. He drank with her for half an hour before returning to the castle.
That night, a group