One was the Empire Emperor, a man who held the authority to deal directly with the [Supreme Directive].
The other was the man in charge of the [Ghost Market], with countless ties to the [Highest Directive].
How could two such people have never crossed paths?
In fact, the emperor was among the first to learn [Fu Zao]'s identity.
"Your esteemed Majesty [Prus], what are your orders?"
"I need to know what has happened during this time." The emperor looked even more exhausted than he had before the others. "Everything, including Li Wei Titus's true identity."
Yet Mr. [Fu Zao] said nothing.
Emperor [Prus] frowned. "Is there a problem?"
Mr. [Fu Zao] considered it. "It isn't difficult to learn what has happened since you last awoke, Your Majesty. The [Ghost Market] has detailed records, and I've already compiled a copy for you. As for Li Wei Titus's identity, I cannot provide it at present."
Emperor [Prus] looked startled. "What did you say—you can't provide it?"
As one of the three people on the [Science Side] with the highest trading privileges granted by the [Highest Directive], Emperor [Prus] knew very well how powerful the [Ghost Market] was. After all, the [Highest Directive] stood behind it.
"It isn't entirely impossible." A thoughtful look appeared on Mr. [Fu Zao]'s face. "The price is simply very high."
Although [Li Wei Titus] had kept a low profile lately, the upheaval that identity had stirred up in [Malindo] was frightening.
Many things seemed accidental, but closer thought sent chills down one's spine—several major incidents of late had been connected, to varying degrees, to Divine Son Li Wei.
Especially the slaughter of the [Overlord Council]'s delegation. By now, many nobles had probably already decided he was the prime suspect.
How could [Fu Zao] not have investigated such a