"Ambassador Velin, I hope you will not interfere in the conflict within the Titon Kingdom." Elsa abruptly turned around, her gaze blazing as she stared at Velin. Yet her face bore a gentle smile, as though the ruthless cruelty from moments ago had been nothing more than an illusion.
Looking at the madwoman before him, Velin was certain that Alebella's assassination had prompted her to close her net early.
"I'm taking her." Velin pointed at Ruili and said in a low voice, "As for what you intend to do, I will not interfere as long as it does not hinder the destruction of the Storm Church."
Hearing this, Elsa waved for the assassins to release her daughter.
"Ambassador Velin, I will have someone deliver the three treasures you requested. I hope you will keep your promise."
Facing Elsa's bloodthirsty gaze, Velin showed no fear.
"Your Majesty, I will naturally fulfill my promise."
Afterward, Velin took his leave and departed the study with Ruili.
As for who she truly was beneath that mask, it did not matter to Velin.
But one thing was certain: Kyle had lost this wager.
Only after the two figures gradually disappeared from view did Elsa's smile fade. Her expression became cold and calm as she said in an utterly emotionless voice, "Daike Manor was attacked by the Storm Church, and my poor daughter Lydia unfortunately perished in that disaster."
"Monraid, commander of the royal capital garrison, is to be punished for dereliction of duty and stripped of his post. His deputy, Virginia, will take over."
"The Lex Family, the West Family..." Elsa went on to recite the names of thirteen more families. Each name was like a sharp sword, piercing the silence in the air.
She glanced at the Seven Seals Assassin who was diligently taking