Chapter 254

Margrave’s Bastard Son was The Emperor

So this is what it means to be at a loss for words.

Sereau looked at the butler with a distorted face. His eyes were fierce, as if asking to repeat what he had just heard, sure that he must have misheard.

The butler glanced towards the reception room at the end of the corridor where the guests were gathered, and lowered his voice again.

“It’s not true, is it, young master?”

“How can you call that a rumor?”

Even rumors have their limits! Just as their fortunes were on the rise, to say they’re connected with Hayman?

Sereau was about to rush to the reception room but quickly turned and went upstairs instead. He instructed the butler, who was hurriedly following, to bring his sister Alenara.

Tap tap tap!

Bang!

He strode in with large steps. Bookshelves covered in white dust lined the walls. Every time he ran his fingers over the filed documents, clear traces were left. Chetur, Chetur, Chetur…

“Ah. Found it.”

Sereau confirmed the rental business certificate related to the Chetur district and flipped through the papers. They were yellowed, edges frayed, and reeked of age. Judging by the deep traces of time, it was clearly a matter his father had handled when he was still in good health.

‘Still, I’ve managed all the recent income. If any money had come in under Hayman’s name, I would surely have known. What could it be? It’s too specific for a baseless rumor, which is ominous.’

Sereau frowned as he read through the text as if speed-reading.

Currently, the family owned just one building in the Chetur district. A small to medium-sized trading company was occupying it.

But they had been under contract for ten years already, with three more years to go. It was a place he had known for a long time. He was confident it had nothing to do with Hayman.

Rustle.

As he hastily flipped through the pages, one paper fell out. Sereau paused as he was about to pick it up. It wasn’t a rental certificate, but a sales deed. He slowly unfolded the document.

“Ah, damn it.”

A building in Chetur District 3.

His father had sold that building to someone named Koaru Kobil a few years ago. He was from a famous blacksmith family in the capital and also a cousin of the ‘Ko&Ko’ leader. The same ‘Ko&Ko’ whose black armor materials were confiscated by the Imperial Guards.

As Sereau let out an irritated groan, there was a commotion behind him.

“I’m really telling you, it’s not true!”

“Lady Alenara. Please calm down.”

“Alenara!”

“Brother!”

Sereau’s sister, Alenara, was stomping her feet in anger. Judging by her reddened bare shoulders, she was quite heated. The fact that the subject of the rumor had heard it meant that everyone had already encountered the rumor.

“You, did you meet the second son of Hayman?”

“This is driving me crazy! No!”

She showed both her palms, insisting on her innocence. Sereau stood up, carefully folding the sales deed and putting it away.

“Not even acquainted?”

“How could I not be acquainted! I’m eighteen years old.”

“Tell me everything without hiding anything. I trust you understand how sensitive it is to be associated with Hayman right now.”

“I danced with him twice. We had a glass of wine afterwards. But you know, right? Everyone does that much at parties unless their nostrils are attached to their ears.”

It was common for dance partners to change during line dances, and drinks and food were inseparable from parties. Alenara muttered in disbelief, holding her forehead.

“I wouldn’t even feel wronged if something had actually happened.”

“Alenara!”

“What! Why! Honestly, if we’re being frank, there are far worse girls than me! Want me to name names?”

Honestly, and certainly, that was true. The truth supporting the rumor was far too weak for it to have spread.

Among the central nobility, who hadn’t dealt with the Hayman family at least once? Who hadn’t shown their face at a social gathering? Without a doubt, no one.

“I’m really annoyed. From my perspective, this is clearly a test. It’s obvious what will happen to the Sereau family once the situation calms down. They’re trying to smear us with baseless rumors.”

Alenara gritted her teeth, her face flushed with anger. She didn’t forget to add that whoever was behind this wouldn’t get away with it if she caught them.

Sereau completely agreed. The problem was, who could it be? If they traced back the rumor, they might find its source, but whether they had the time to do so was another matter.

“Haah.”

Sereau tilted his head back and sighed. Suddenly, Melania’s departure from the palace came to mind. While the truth was trivial, the rumor had spread vastly and quickly.

This was proof that those spreading the rumor held some implicit confidence. Confidence? There was no evidence, so it meant that the person involved had testified directly…

‘Melania?’

Why would a soon-to-be-extinct family want to check Sereau?

‘Ah. Perhaps because we’re the family to replace Hayman, they want to create a rift by tarnishing our reputation?’

Sereau was daringly mentioned as Hayman’s successor, directly confronting them. He had even gathered signatures to finalize the trial date, so the justification was plausible.

Is this the shield that Ian spoke of?

He reached into his inner pocket and pulled out a cigarette. Still, it’s manageable, isn’t it? Formless rumors are no different from cigarette smoke. Even if Hayman, deeply mired in the mud, tries to grab his trouser leg, he can just shake them off.

“Alenara. You look into it too.”

“What? The rumor?”

“Yes. You have more presence in social circles than I do.”

“That’s true. I’m more popular than you, brother. Alright. Wait. I’ll go see the girls. But in return-!”

Alenara told the butler to prepare a carriage as she turned her head sharply.

“Next time, make sure I get to meet Lord Ian.”

“Meeting him isn’t the problem, right now-“

“I know! I get it! I understand what it means to be associated with a family facing extinction. Do you think I’m stupid? I’ll be back. Whoever it is, if I catch them, I’ll deal with them first.”

Alenara muttered that she’d tear out all their hair. Including Hayman’s second son. What’s there to fear from someone who’s going to die from loss of honor anyway? Alenara clicked her tongue and left the office.

“What should we do, young master?”

The butler asked, glancing towards where Alenara had disappeared. Since Alenara would handle the outside matters, shouldn’t he take care of the inside? Sereau stood in front of the mirror, straightening his collar.

“I’m going to the reception room.”

He would jump into the center of the rumors and scatter all the impurities. If there was a problem with Sereau, other nobles wouldn’t be free from it either.

But if they’re going to corner him just because he gained Ian’s favor, he couldn’t sit still.

His trouser legs were already stained with mud. Who could blame him for smearing a bit on others?

Creeak.

Sereau stood in front of the corridor leading to the reception room. White smoke was seeping out from inside. It was a mixture of alcohol, music, hope, and gossip.

“Really? Dragon Scales? I’m hearing this for the first time.”

“I haven’t seen it myself, but I heard they make the armor for Hayman Bank’s guards with it. They say a large quantity was confiscated in the Chetur district recently. It was on a very rainy day. The bridge was flooded and impassable, and the servants were in an uproar since morning.”

“Ah. I remember that day. But that building belonged to Sereau? Then did Sereau not know about the Dragon Scales?”

“Wouldn’t he have known? He doesn’t do much besides the rental business. Haha. Since it’s material for black armor, he probably pretended not to know even if he did. It’s the armor used in the civil war, after all.”

“I’m not sure if Lord Ian knows or not.”

“Surely he must have known and let it slide, right?”

“For that, there are too many questions. Why Sereau specifically? Why push so hard for an unremarkable family, even turning a blind eye? I think Lord Eijein here would be more suitable.”

“I vote that he doesn’t know. If he knows, the rope breaks.”

“If he knows? Wouldn’t that mean he trusts Sereau that much?”

Various speculations about the current situation rode on the music. Sereau clenched his molars. There’s a limit to how much they can disrespect a family. To have such conversations in the reception room… If he had known it would be like this, he should have given Ian more noble names without hesitation.

Yes. That would have been better.

Click.

“Oh my. Everyone’s gathered here.”

“Lord Sereau. You’re back.”

“We’ve been waiting for a while. Did you see Lord Ian?”

As Sereau opened the door and entered, the vipers examined him with cunning eyes. They were curious if he had heard the rumors. Sereau took off his coat as if he had just arrived, smiling brightly for all to see.

“Yes, I did. He seemed to be in good health. I also had an audience with His Highness Jin.”

“His Highness Jin as well?”

The current sole heir and likely next emperor. At the casual mention of seeing Jin, the nobles exchanged meaningful glances.

“He also appeared to be in good health.”

“Oh, that’s a relief. As expected of Lord Sereau. If it weren’t for you, how could we hear news from the palace?”

“Haha. It’s nothing. I heard that the trial date for the seven families, including the Hayman family, has been set. Lord Ian is concerned about disloyal forces, so he plans to conduct more detailed investigations for the time being.”

It meant that if there were any who opposed the palace besides the seven families, they would be filtered out. Sereau, without blinking an eye, advised Eijein sitting across from him.

“Lord Eijein. Come to think of it, didn’t you receive ship investment support from Hayman Bank before? I heard Hayman conducted overseas business with the ships traded at that time. Is that correct?”

“…That’s true, but.”

It was a look that wondered why he was bringing up such an old story now. Although his brow was deeply furrowed, Sereau continued shamelessly, disregarding it.

“Oh, so it’s true. I thought I might have misunderstood.”

“Why do you ask?”

“Just curious.”

As Sereau smiled slightly, the nobles inwardly let out small exclamations. This guy has heard. It was a warning not to spread false rumors specifically about Sereau, since everyone here was connected to Hayman. But this ultimately gave a clue to the skillful nobles.

‘Lord Ian doesn’t know? About the current rumors.’

Isn’t he acting like this because Lord Ian doesn’t know? They rolled their heads, sipping wine. If Ian doesn’t choose Sereau, don’t they have a chance too? If ‘that’ Sereau can strut about saying he’ll replace Hayman, there’s nothing they can’t do.

Sereau, who pushed out Hayman, and another family who pushed out such a Sereau.

Rustle.

Yes. Why bother following Sereau so closely? A subject who barely maintained his lineage through the rental business.

The nobles smiled unnecessarily and averted their gazes from each other. The more they did so, the more passionately the pianist’s keystrokes escalated. It was the sound of another branch sprouting within the opposition party.

***

“Lord Ian.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

“I have a question.”

“Please ask.”

Ian was still sitting at his desk, reviewing approval documents. Jin, who had pulled up a chair in front of him and was resting his chin on his hand, looked at the documents Ian was reviewing and asked.

“I’m concerned that dividing the nobles might make the palace more chaotic. It’s a time when everyone should unite and move forward. Aren’t the nobles the pillars supporting Bariel?”

His round eyes were particularly clear and sparkling. When reading books with Ian, drawing pictures, and learning like this, he was no different from a child his age.

Ian smiled, gently putting down his pen.

“You just spoke the answer, Your Highness.”

“What answer?”

“The more pillars there are, and the more appropriately spaced they are, the more stable and solid they become. What we’re doing now is exactly that kind of work. There’s no need for them all to be gathered in one place.”

“Hmm. That’s true.”

“The number of pillars doesn’t decrease. If one falls, surely another will be erected in its place. You are the one who decides and permits that, Your Highness.”

Jin pressed his lips together and smiled. As always, Ian’s warm words were truly pleasant to hear.

“When the pillars are strong, the roof doesn’t collapse. When Your Highness doesn’t fall, ultimately the people living below will be at peace. And besides all that, since the amount of pain everyone can endure is fixed, the more the nobles and officials suffer, the better it will be for the people.”

“Is that why Lord Ian works late into the night like this?”

“Yes, that’s right. I too am one of Your Highness’s pillars.”

Ian smiled faintly and picked up his pen again. Then, with a crisp signature, he expressed his intention to participate in the trial of the Hayman family to be held in the Department of Justice.

Story Arcs

• MBSE Chapter 01 - Emperor's End
• MBSE Chapter 02 - The Bastard of House Bratz
• MBSE Chapter 03 - The Marquis Estate
• MBSE Chapter 04 - Shackles
• MBSE Chapter 05 - Plans
• MBSE Chapter 06 - A Stroll
• MBSE Chapter 07 - Illiterate
• MBSE Chapter 08 - Intentions
• MBSE Chapter 09 - The Second Luncheon
• MBSE Chapter 10 - The Brooch
• MBSE Chapter 11 - Alcohol and Water
• MBSE Chapter 12 - The Proposal
• MBSE Chapter 13 - The Flower Pot
• MBSE Chapter 14 - The Training Ground
• MBSE Chapter 15 - Beric
• MBSE Chapter 16 - The Mage Knight
• MBSE Chapter 17 - Enemy
• MBSE Chapter 18 - Preparation
• MBSE Chapter 19 - Informant
• MBSE Chapter 20 - The Door
• MBSE Chapter 21 - Diamond
• MBSE Chapter 22 - The Tutor
• MBSE Chapter 23 - The Warrior
• MBSE Chapter 24 - Nersarn
• MBSE Chapter 25 - Proof
• MBSE Chapter 26
• MBSE Chapter 27
• MBSE Chapter 28
• MBSE Chapter 29
• MBSE Chapter 30
• MBSE Chapter 31
• MBSE Chapter 32
• MBSE Chapter 33
• MBSE Chapter 34
• MBSE Chapter 35
• MBSE Chapter 36
• MBSE Chapter 37
• MBSE Chapter 38
• MBSE Chapter 39
• MBSE Chapter 40
• MBSE Chapter 41
• MBSE Chapter 42
• MBSE Chapter 43
• MBSE Chapter 44
• MBSE Chapter 45
• MBSE Chapter 46
• MBSE Chapter 47
• MBSE Chapter 48
• MBSE Chapter 49
• MBSE Chapter 50
• MBSE Chapter 51
• MBSE Chapter 52
• MBSE Chapter 53
• MBSE Chapter 54
• MBSE Chapter 55
• MBSE Chapter 56
• MBSE Chapter 57
• MBSE Chapter 58
• MBSE Chapter 59
• MBSE Chapter 60
• MBSE Chapter 61
• MBSE Chapter 62
• MBSE Chapter 63
• MBSE Chapter 64
• MBSE Chapter 65
• MBSE Chapter 66
• MBSE Chapter 67
• MBSE Chapter 68
• MBSE Chapter 69
• MBSE Chapter 70
• MBSE Chapter 71
• MBSE Chapter 72
• MBSE Chapter 73
• MBSE Chapter 74
• MBSE Chapter 75
• MBSE Chapter 76
• MBSE Chapter 77
• MBSE Chapter 78
• MBSE Chapter 79
• MBSE Chapter 80
• MBSE Chapter 81
• MBSE Chapter 82
• MBSE Chapter 82
• MBSE Chapter 83
• MBSE Chapter 83
• MBSE Chapter 84
• MBSE Chapter 85
• MBSE Chapter 86
• MBSE Chapter 87
• MBSE Chapter 88
• MBSE Chapter 89
• MBSE Chapter 90
• MBSE Chapter 91
• MBSE Chapter 92
• MBSE Chapter 93
• MBSE Chapter 94
• MBSE Chapter 95
• MBSE Chapter 96
• MBSE Chapter 97
• MBSE Chapter 98
• MBSE Chapter 99
• MBSE Chapter 100

• MBSE Chapter 101
• MBSE Chapter 102
• MBSE Chapter 103
• MBSE Chapter 104
• MBSE Chapter 105
• MBSE Chapter 106
• MBSE Chapter 107
• MBSE Chapter 108
• MBSE Chapter 109
• MBSE Chapter 110
• MBSE Chapter 111
• MBSE Chapter 112
• MBSE Chapter 113
• MBSE Chapter 114
• MBSE Chapter 115
• MBSE Chapter 116
• MBSE Chapter 117
• MBSE Chapter 118
• MBSE Chapter 119
• MBSE Chapter 120
• MBSE Chapter 121
• MBSE Chapter 122
• MBSE Chapter 123
• MBSE Chapter 124
• MBSE Chapter 125 - The First Noble Mage
• MBSE Chapter 126 - Arsen and Jin
• MBSE Chapter 127 - The Hidden Oracle
• MBSE Chapter 128 - The Morning Guest
• MBSE Chapter 129 - Behind the Scenes
• MBSE Chapter 130 - New Magician, New Swordsman
• MBSE Chapter 131 - Imperial Palace Training Grounds
• MBSE Chapter 132 - Meeting a Worthy Opponent
• MBSE Chapter 133 - Joining Ceremony
• MBSE Chapter 134 - The Mayor's Letter
• MBSE Chapter 135 - Love is Crazy
• MBSE Chapter 136 - Proving in the Midst of Chaos
• MBSE Chapter 137 - To Gale First
• MBSE Chapter 138 - I Swear
• MBSE Chapter 139 - I Swear Again
• MBSE Chapter 140 - Dogs are Best at Finding People
• MBSE Chapter 141 - Love and War
• MBSE Chapter 142 - Black Smoke
• MBSE Chapter 143 - Fall from Grace
• MBSE Chapter 144 - Forbidden Magic
• MBSE Chapter 145 - Ashes
• MBSE Chapter 146 - It Really is a Curse
• MBSE Chapter 147 - Truth Serum
• MBSE Chapter 148 - A Secret Deal
• MBSE Chapter 149 - Candidate Registration for the Next Minister
• MBSE Chapter 150 - A Sloppy Letter
• MBSE Chapter 151 - Fakens Slave Caravan
• MBSE Chapter 152 - Illegal Slaves
• MBSE Chapter 153 - Whole Pig Party
• MBSE Chapter 154 - Between Threat and Negotiation
• MBSE Chapter 155 - Balance Through Checks
• MBSE Chapter 156
• MBSE Chapter 157
• MBSE Chapter 158
• MBSE Chapter 159
• MBSE Chapter 160
• MBSE Chapter 161 - Mother
• MBSE Chapter 162 - Because You are like a Wildflower
• MBSE Chapter 163 - Proving the Truth
• MBSE Chapter 164 - Signal Flare
• MBSE Chapter 165 - Xiaoshi
• MBSE Chapter 166 - Assassination Attempt
• MBSE Chapter 167 - The Emperor's Seal
• MBSE Chapter 168 - That Night
• MBSE Chapter 169 - A Mess
• MBSE Chapter 170 - Neutral Forces
• MBSE Chapter 171 - Spreading Spark
• MBSE Chapter 172 - The Fate of the Twins
• MBSE Chapter 173 - Jin, A Precious Child
• MBSE Chapter 174 - Moving Forward, Bit by Bit
• MBSE Chapter 175 - Variable
• MBSE Chapter 176 - Mana-Sealing Stone
• MBSE Chapter 177 - The Black Moon
• MBSE Chapter 178 - Dark Side of the Moon
• MBSE Chapter 179 - The Third Imperial Palace, Now
• MBSE Chapter 180 - Surrender
• MBSE Chapter 181 - Angel's Eyes
• MBSE Chapter 182 - The Day Ends
• MBSE Chapter 183 - Emergency Meeting
• MBSE Chapter 184 - The Next Emperor
• MBSE Chapter 185 - The Chronicle of Roberside
• MBSE Chapter 186
• MBSE Chapter 187
• MBSE Chapter 188
• MBSE Chapter 189
• MBSE Chapter 190 - The Grand Council Meeting
• MBSE Chapter 191 - Restricting Parental Rights
• MBSE Chapter 192 - Blood That Taints the Truth
• MBSE Chapter 193
• MBSE Chapter 194 - Trust
• MBSE Chapter 195 - Merry Daily
• MBSE Chapter 196 - Extra! Extra!
• MBSE Chapter 197 - Opening the City Gates
• MBSE Chapter 198 - Amidst the Commotions
• MBSE Chapter 199 - The Atan, Tribe of Blood
• MBSE Chapter 200 - Wound Me Too

• MBSE Chapter 201 - The Emperor Mage
• MBSE Chapter 202 - For the Sake of Position
• MBSE Chapter 203 - D-7
• MBSE Chapter 204 - Rainy Days
• MBSE Chapter 205 - D-6
• MBSE Chapter 206 - Imperial Guard
• MBSE Chapter 207 - Breaking the Black Armor
• MBSE Chapter 208 - Chatur Zone 3
• MBSE Chapter 209 - Premium Grade A+++
• MBSE Chapter 210 - D-5
• MBSE Chapter 211 - The Trial Begins
• MBSE Chapter 212 - The Defense
• MBSE Chapter 213 - The Verdict
• MBSE Chapter 214 - The One Who Was the First Prince
• MBSE Chapter 215 - In the Greenhouse
• MBSE Chapter 216 - I Object
• MBSE Chapter 217 - A New Prophecy
• MBSE Chapter 218 - D-4
• MBSE Chapter 219 - One Step Back
• MBSE Chapter 220 - One Body, One Mind
• MBSE Chapter 221 - A Trap Script
• MBSE Chapter 222 - Push
• MBSE Chapter 223 - Stamp Thud
• MBSE Chapter 224 - D-3
• MBSE Chapter 225 - The Voice of God
• MBSE Chapter 226 - Little Devil
• MBSE Chapter 227 - A Silent Response
• MBSE Chapter 228 - D-2
• MBSE Chapter 229 - The Demon's Whisperer
• MBSE Chapter 230 - D-1
• MBSE Chapter 231 - What are You?
• MBSE Chapter 232 - Of Royal Blood
• MBSE Chapter 233 - D-Day
• MBSE Chapter 234 - The Owner of the Voice
• MBSE Chapter 235 - The Last
• MBSE Chapter 236 - Consider it an Honor
• MBSE Chapter 237 - Leaving Behind
• MBSE Chapter 238 - Without Ian
• MBSE Chapter 239 - Three Hours Ago
• MBSE Chapter 240 - Whispering
• MBSE Chapter 241 - Calling Names
• MBSE Chapter 242 - Ruswena Delegation
• MBSE Chapter 243 - Purge While on Bed
• MBSE Chapter 244 - This is the Bloodwind
• MBSE Chapter 245 - Central Nobility
• MBSE Chapter 246 - A Secret for Ruswena
• MBSE Chapter 247 - Melania's Plea
• MBSE Chapter 248 - Jin's Request
• MBSE Chapter 249 - Pat-pat and Bicker-backer
• MBSE Chapter 250 - Opposition Noble's Signatures
• MBSE Chapter 251 - Leaving the Palace
• MBSE Chapter 252 - Mud Pit
• MBSE Chapter 253 - Rumors
• MBSE Chapter 254 - Pillars
• MBSE Chapter 255 - Caught in a Trap
• MBSE Chapter 256 - The Trial of the Seven Families Begin
• MBSE Chapter 257 - Jin's Bariel
• MBSE Chapter 258 - The Verdict
• MBSE Chapter 259 - Side Effects of the Mana Amplification Stone
• MBSE Chapter 260 - Before Preparing the Appointment Ceremony
• MBSE Chapter 261 - Introduction of Three Countries' Figures
• MBSE Chapter 262 - The Reason for Remembering Timothy
• MBSE Chapter 263 - Each Person's Thoughts
• MBSE Chapter 264 - A Side Branch
• MBSE Chapter 265 - Emancipation
• MBSE Chapter 266 - The First Secret Inspection
• MBSE Chapter 267 - Secret Eater
• MBSE Chapter 268 - Pretending to Know
• MBSE Chapter 269 - Each Other's Well-being
• MBSE Chapter 270 - Underground Brawl
• MBSE Chapter 271 - The Best Banquet
• MBSE Chapter 272 - The King's Circumstances
• MBSE Chapter 273 - What Only Ian Knows
• MBSE Chapter 274 - Selection Exam
• MBSE Chapter 275 - Who Rigged the Tournament Bracket?
• MBSE Chapter 276 - Each Other's Purpose
• MBSE Chapter 277 - Criticism
• MBSE Chapter 278 - Their Own Reasons
• MBSE Chapter 279 - A Different World
• MBSE Chapter 280 - Head-on
• MBSE Chapter 281 - Beric Goes Forth
• MBSE Chapter 282 - After Victory
• MBSE Chapter 283 - The Award Ceremony
• MBSE Chapter 284 - The Half Moon Rises
• MBSE Chapter 285 - Time to Trade Secrets
• MBSE Chapter 286 - Damon Runkvis
• MBSE Chapter 287 - Forgotten Page
• MBSE Chapter 288 - The Guests are Coming
• MBSE Chapter 289 - Young Lion Cub
• MBSE Chapter 290 - A Queen's Provocation
• MBSE Chapter 291 - A Peculiar Taste
• MBSE Chapter 292 - Things to Endure
• MBSE Chapter 293 - A Private Talk with Jeirutt
• MBSE Chapter 294 - The Carriages Stop
• MBSE Chapter 295 - Pointy Ears
• MBSE Chapter 296 - And Then, This and That Happened
• MBSE Chapter 297 - Examination
• MBSE Chapter 298 - The Fox Prince
• MBSE Chapter 299 - The Variable
• MBSE Chapter 300 - Inner Thoughts

• MBSE Chapter 301 - Time to Change the Meaning
• MBSE Chapter 302 - The Taste of Magic
• MBSE Chapter 303 - Banquet of Kings
• MBSE Chapter 304 - The Whereabouts of the Jewels
• MBSE Chapter 305 - According to Plan
• MBSE Chapter 306 - This is an Opportunity
• MBSE Chapter 307 - Noah Gets Drunk
• MBSE Chapter 308 - The Appointment Ceremony
• MBSE Chapter 309 - Don't Look Down
• MBSE Chapter 310 - Just Ten Steps Please
• MBSE Chapter 311 - There are No Eternal Secrets
• MBSE Chapter 312 - Who Knows?
• MBSE Chapter 313 - Three Passes
• MBSE Chapter 314 - A Bond Woven by Secrets
• MBSE Chapter 315 - The Dilemma
• MBSE Chapter 316 - Through Alenara
• MBSE Chapter 317 - I Want to Go
• MBSE Chapter 318 - A Small Engagement Ceremony
• MBSE Chapter 319 - The Child with a Mask
• MBSE Chapter 320 - Time to Return
• MBSE Chapter 321 - Break of Dawn
• MBSE Chapter 322 - Formation of the Investigation Team
• MBSE Chapter 323 - Harboring Thorns
• MBSE Chapter 324 - Before Crossing the Border
• MBSE Chapter 325 - Stop
• MBSE Chapter 326 - Before the Border
• MBSE Chapter 327 - Secret Contract
• MBSE Chapter 328 - Discovering Ian
• MBSE Chapter 329 - To Meet the King
• MBSE Chapter 330 - Entering Clifford
• MBSE Chapter 331 - Those Who Hold Idgal
• MBSE Chapter 332 - On the Brink of Explosion
• MBSE Chapter 333 - The Mages' Grand Council
• MBSE Chapter 334 - Magic Amplification Drug

• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 335 - We're Going Too
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 336 - Those Mages in the Vineyard
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 337 - Laughter Gathered in One Place
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 338 - An Unexpected Target
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 339 - The Popularization of Idgal
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 340 - That Which Cannot be Seen
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 341 - Bargos's Desperate Move
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 342 - The Signal
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 343 - The Interrogation Continues
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 344 - The Palace's Small War
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 345 - The Midnight Assassin
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 346 - The First Operation
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 347 - The Emperor's Bedchamber
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 348 - The Benchmark
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 349 - Maxim Tweller
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 350 - Casting the Bait
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 351 - Counter-Bait
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 352 - The Molar and Mad Dog's Deploy
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 353 - Running Across the Rooftops
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 354 - Prelude to War
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 355 - Burgos's Beast
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 356 - Your Name Is
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 357 - Magical Power Anomalous Reaction
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 358 - Synthetic Magical Beast
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 359 - Necromancer from the North
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 360 - The Experts
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 361 - Being Devoured
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 362 - Blegh
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 363 - Convergence
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 364 - Reunion
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 365 - Distribution of the Rift
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 366 - Watering Down the Wine
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 367 - Prisoner Exchange
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 368 - To Their Respective Places
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 369 - Conversation
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 370 - From Illusion to Doubt
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 371 - Departing and Entering
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 372 - Just Unlucky
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 373 - Block the Contact
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 374 - Naturalization
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 375 - The Price
• 🔒85MBSE Chapter 376 - Everyone's Mission