Holleka gave a slight nod in greeting, his manner utterly cold.
He had never felt any goodwill toward the "Inciter" before him.
In Holleka's eyes, the man was a typical member of "Silent Night," someone who not only profited at others' expense but devoured them whole. If possible, killing him on sight would have been the best option.
But that was not possible now.
He was cooperating with the man.
To secure a foothold in the Silent Night Secret Society, strength naturally came first, but access to reliable information was also essential.
As direct subordinates of Koripo and Gelsak respectively, Runkal and Holleka both possessed information ordinary people knew nothing about.
For their mutual convenience, a "mutually beneficial" partnership became inevitable.
Of course, what Holleka wanted more was to find more Demon Hunters through Runkal.
After all, Councilor Koripo had always been in charge of punishment within the Silent Night Secret Society.
"The councilor doesn't want to see you steal the limelight!"
"So he's planning to have me use the remaining Demon Hunters to sabotage things."
Long accustomed to the Undying One's arrogance, Runkal murmured as he walked.
His voice was low, but loud enough for Holleka to hear.
Holleka's heart gave a jolt, but he betrayed nothing.
"The councilor is joining forces with the others to impeach Koripo."
"You'll be a particular focus of their attention."
He spoke quietly.
Then the two passed each other, heading in different directions through the shadows.
It was a very brief meeting.
But it was enough for both Holleka and Runkal.
Runkal learned that trouble would likely be coming his way soon.
Holleka, meanwhile, obtained information about the remaining Demon Hunters.
Both men were pleased with what they had gained.
Especially Runkal.
Wanting to "take another step up," he began considering how to