A rigorous investigation had begun in Lordaeron City.
Rex valued the Wired Telegraph lines even more than Patrick did. As far as he was concerned, nothing could be allowed to go wrong with them. Even if this incident had nothing to do with the Cult of the Damned, he would not abandon the investigation.
For now, no outsiders knew of the Telephone Booth Plan involving the Wired Telegraph lines. It was still entirely Rex's own idea.
But the plan had a high chance of success and could bring considerable benefits to the Kingdom of Gilneas.
It would create a source of tax revenue for the Kingdom of Gilneas. Anyone who dared sabotage the Wired Telegraph lines would cross Rex's bottom line and stir his killing intent.
In Lordaeron City, Orys had begun taking the investigation seriously and pursuing it with all his strength. To support his efforts, Rex cleared every obstacle in his path. He had already spoken with the other departments, including the sheriff.
A tense, solemn atmosphere filled Lordaeron City. Everyone living there could feel it.
Rex maintained constant contact with Orys, having him send every piece of news directly to him. For this purpose, Rex specifically dispatched the archmage to assist Orys in investigating the Cult of the Damned.
Rex refused to believe that the Cult of the Damned could remain hidden once a Heroic Powerhouse like the archmage took action, no matter how covertly its members operated.
After entrusting the investigation of the Cult of the Damned to Orys, Rex began occupying himself with another matter.
That was using the treasure in his possession to enter the Wailing Caverns.
Originally, Rex had intended to enter the Wailing Caverns and begin clearing them immediately. But the trouble with the Wired Telegraph lines had forced him to delay.