New Skill: Space Altar

The Blood Demon Great Hall.

The Blood Demon Guards filed out, but Blood Demon Bradwell kept Black behind.

Blood Demon Bradwell studied Black, growing more pleased the longer he looked.

"You said we had to put our own house in order before dealing with outside threats. To root out every traitor in the Blood Demon Domain, we first had to clean up the Blood Demon Guards. You've done even better than I expected."

Despite the praise, Black showed no pride. He bowed his head modestly.

"Blood Demon Lord, I only exposed some of the traitors among the Blood Demon Guards today. Frankly, I can't be sure whether there are others, or how many. All I could do was bluff, hoping someone would come forward, and have the guards watch one another. That way, any traitors still among them won't dare make a move, which will make our next step easier. It's only my humble opinion; I hope you won't laugh at it."

Blood Demon Bradwell: ...

So telling people to confess to Black had been a bluff?

He'd thought Black genuinely meant to give the rest a chance!

He'd been naive.

Blood Demon Bradwell gave Black a long look.

The young man looked handsome and innocent. Who would have guessed he was so cunning?

His Cultivation Level was a little low, though.

"Your approach had its flaws, but for someone your age, you did well."

Blood Demon Bradwell delivered his judgment from on high.

"You've served me diligently, so I'll reward you. Tell me, what do you want?"

Black was secretly delighted.

Outwardly, he remained respectful.

"Serving you is my duty, Blood Demon Lord. Your praise is already my greatest honor. You've even appointed me Vice Captain of Team Seven. I wouldn't dare ask for more."

Those words were music