As I left the office, a quest clear notification popped up.
[Main Quest 'Growing Hawkdia' Cleared!]
[Reward: 25000 CP acquired!]
Next came a side quest.
[Side Quest 'Hero vs. Cultist' Cleared!]
[Reward: 5000 CP acquired!]
[Cardinal Limani's Affection has increased!]
With this, that bastard had become my pawn. His loyalty had risen through simple schemes, without even needing brainwashing.
I stroked my chin, planning my next move. This was where it got important.
"Count Sanji. I know him well. A count from the East, he's a legendary figure who gained and maintains his status even in the capital. But..."
I headed to the inn.
If you're going to screw someone over, it's more satisfying and better for your image to screw over a villain. And what if I took everything Count Sanji had?
Even better! A natural reward, the spoils of war!
I licked my lips. If I succeeded, it would be easier to deal with James too. Especially if he had no other tricks up his sleeve.
