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𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲
Falx, standing majestically, watched as Clavi’s face, which had been stunned, twisted with hatred in no time.
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“You! Why are you here!”
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“Why? It’s because I’m a council member. Have you forgotten that?”
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Contrary to Clavi’s agitation, Falx was calm.
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Rather, he seemed to be enjoying the situation.
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“Grrr. . .”
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Clavi fell silent in frustration.
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It was true that he was a council member, but Falx, who had no faction, was practically dead as a member.
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In fact, he hadn’t shown his face at the council for several years since he lost the political battle with Clavi.
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(Why is he showing up now?)
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A nasty sweat ran down Clavi’s back.
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Today was supposed to be a glorious day of victory for Clavi.
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Using the 《Blue Sky Hawk》 to spread the black spot fever, selling “Antil” to the country, making a fortune, and at the same time solidifying his position in politics, it was supposed to be a great step towards conquering the entire state.
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But that was about to fade away like a mirage before his eyes.
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“Chairman, may I have permission to speak?”
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“Huh? Y, Yes, permission granted.”
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“Thank you.”
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Falx continued his speech without stepping onto the podium, but from the entrance.
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“The statements made by Miranda Coles just now are all true. Clavi Selfis, who is sitting there, manipulated the 《Blue Sky Hawk》 behind the scenes and destroyed the ancient water gate. The purpose is. . . to spread the black spot fever in this state.”
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“Hahaha, don’t be ridiculous!”
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Clavi’s scream was no longer coherent.
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“Why would I do such a thing?! I, who love this state more than anyone else, spread the black spot fever? For what purpose. . .”
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Clavi stopped talking there.
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He remembered that he had been trying to sell “Antil” to the state until just now.
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The venue was silent as if the previous commotion was a lie.
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All eyes were on Clavi.
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“If you say that much, you must have evidence! If you’re saying such things without evidence, I won’t let you off!”
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“Evidence? I do have evidence.”
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Falx beckoned to the entrance.
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“Pit?!”
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This time it was Runker who shouted.
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The one who timidly entered the venue at Falx’s invitation was Pit.
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Although he was trembling at the gaze gathered on him, he noticed Luke’s presence and returned a firm smile.
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Luke waved to Pit.
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Falx continued his words.
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“I have summoned this young man, Pit Stray Crete, as a witness. He was treated as a servant. . . no, a slave of the 《Blue Sky Hawk》.”
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A murmur arose in the venue.
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It was clear that Runker and Leslie, although hidden by bandages, had turned pale.
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“Pit-kun, can you introduce yourself?”
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“Y, Yes. . .”
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Pit spoke with a trembling voice.
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“I. . .I am Pit Stray Crete. I have served under the《Blue Sky Hawk》for three years. A year ago, I witnessed them destroy the ancient water gate with my own eyes.”
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“Nonsense!”
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Runker stood up abruptly, foaming at the mouth as he started ranting.
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“Don’t believe a word this guy says! He hates us and is making up this nonsense! Everything he says is a complete lie!”
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“So this is your trump card.”
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Miranda smirked and whispered to Luke.
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“Sorry, I didn’t have time to speak.”
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This story had been in motion since Pit was protected by Falx.
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Falx, who had been investigating the dark relationship between Clavi and the《Blue Sky Hawk》for years, saw Pit as the final piece to understand the full picture of recent years.
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Falx’s protection of Pit was also to ensure the safety of a witness.
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“There is still evidence that Pit-kun’s testimony is not a lie.”
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Falx said this and pulled out a bundle of parchment from his pocket.
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“This is a ledger of transactions between Clavi and the 《Blue Sky Hawk》. They even recorded the details of the requests.”
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“Impossible!”
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Now Leslie stood up.
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“I had carefully hidden that. . .”
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Leslie, foreseeing that Clavi would eventually abandon the 《Blue Sky Hawk》, had recorded all transactions of money and goods as a trump card.
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“Leslie, you were doing such things?!”
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“Tch.”
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Leslie clicked her tongue at the surprised Runker.
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This was something she hadn’t shared with the other members.
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(Why does Pit know about it? I never told anyone about the hiding place.)
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The reason Pit knew the location of the secret ledger was because he was a beastkin.
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While the《Blue Sky Hawk》was out in the forest dealing with demon beasts, Pit, with the help of Falx, stole the secret ledger. His canine sense of smell helped him find it, hidden in the ceiling, identified by the unique smell of Leslie’s ink.
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“According to this ledger, a year ago, you received 100 gold coins for destroying the ancient water gate on Clavi’s request.”
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“”Lies!””
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Runker and Clavi shouted in unison.
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“Lies, lies, lies! It’s all made up! There’s no way that’s real!”
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Runker pointed at Pit and Falx with bloodshot eyes.
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“These are beastkin! They spread the black spot fever! Can we trust the words of such filthy creatures, only fit to be slaves!”
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Clavi, too, was foaming at the mouth in his tirade.
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“Exactly! Everything they say is rubbish! How can they be trusted!”
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“Runker-sama, Clavi-sama, please maintain order!”
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The chairman struck the gavel.
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“First, Runker-sama, in Mercapolis, beastkin are treated equally as citizens. Such discriminatory remarks are problematic, so please be careful. You may be asked to leave depending on your behavior.”
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“Gnaw. . .”
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Runker had no choice but to remain silent.
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Already, voices condemning Runker could be heard from the spectator seats behind.
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Miranda stood up and turned towards Clavi.
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“Clavi, did you say our words are not to be trusted, is that true?”
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“Yes. . .yes, you are after all just a guard, and those two there are nobodies whose origins are unknown! How can one believe the words of such people!”
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Clavi, pointing at Luke and Alma with disgust, spat out these words.
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Miranda smiled slyly.
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“. . .I see. So, you mean to say you don’t believe the words of the daughter of the Rampart Margrave of the Arrogas Kingdom and her friend, the Narejji Count.”