"Dead, you say?"
Cedric hurriedly stood up, and the calm expression on his face vanished completely.
"What happened? How could they be dead?"
The man who had delivered the news explained what had happened in Virella three days ago.
Cedric's expression grew even more somber as he listened.
"So, you mean Elina already knew about my plan?"
"Y-Yes, Your Highness!" the man replied, gritting his teeth. "Otherwise, it would be impossible for so many powerful figures to be stationed there. I'm certain she's already figured it out!"
Cedric fell silent, his brow deeply furrowed.
He had underestimated Elina. A fatal mistake.
However, when he noticed the sack beside the man, his expression quickly calmed.
"I understand. This grudge cannot go unavenged."
A cold glint flashed in his eyes.
"However, we must set this matter aside for now. Acting now would only backfire on me and all of you."
"Your Highness is wise!" the five men replied in unison.
"You may go."
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