Billy's Road of No Return, the Swap Succeeds!

"That's right, Sir Billy. Although you came to report this information, it involves both my Iron Cavalry Family and the First Prince. If we are to truly trust you, you must carry out the map swap yourself!"

"You needn't worry. When the time comes, I'll have someone distract that messenger. You only need to make the switch while he isn't paying attention."

"When the time comes, we guarantee that nothing will leak and that no harm will come to you."

"More importantly, once this is done, you will be a true collaborator of our Iron Cavalry Family—and a collaborator of the First Prince as well."

Rakoff spoke in a patient, persuasive tone.

Billy was caught in an intense struggle. His original intention had merely been to get rid of Nalant, his rival. He still hoped that one day he could become a baron of the Tulip Family, marry Stella, and rise to the pinnacle of life.

But if he did as Rakoff said, Rakoff would have leverage over him from then on.

However, it was obvious that if he truly wanted to gain the Iron Cavalry Family's trust, he had to take part in it himself. This was his pledge of allegiance.

"Sir Billy, the First Prince is the heir to the duchy's throne. Once the First Prince inherits the crown, can you imagine the benefits it will bring you as his collaborator?" At that moment, Rakoff spoke again, delivering Billy another crushing blow.

Upon hearing the words "heir to the throne," Billy's heart, which had still been tangled in hesitation, thumped twice before he suddenly came to his senses.

That was right. If he could truly use this matter to establish a connection with the First Prince, the benefits in the future would surely be countless.

Even if that