What? You knew?!

The truth was that the girl in Beruels grasp was none other than an Automaton that resembled a human female.

Beruel had noticed this from the moment he made contact with it, but he still went on with the act in order to get his information.

Is he being dishonest? I dont think so my Magic Tool isnt acting up. The Fairy King thought to himself.

Why would he go along with the whole act, though? Was he trying to glean information from me through this situation?

The Fairy sighed, discarding the hostage he had in his grasp. He had completely lost interest in the situation.

This is pointless. I dont even feel like fighting any longer. The Fairy King stared at the human boy, who still looked flustered.

You cant fool someone like me with such an imitation. I also know youre holding back quite a bit. You were baiting me to display my full power, werent you? Such basic tactics

The previous image of a hot-tempered and shortsighted Fairy King began to crumble as Beruel gave another deep sigh.

At this point, he was done playing games.

Theres no point for any further conflict. Youre Jared Leonard, right?

You know my name?

I just remembered. Youre the one giving the Cult trouble, arent you?

Yeah

Beruel nodded slightly and then shrugged.

Well, I dont care what you do to the others, but Ill still oppose you. You see, we all have our reasons for being there, but they all revolve around the Arcanas.

The human, Jared, looked a bit surprised. Perhaps he didnt expect such sincerity from the proud Fairy King.

I also need the Arcanas, so our interests conflict.

I guess so. What will you do now, though? Will you try to take it from me by force?

Theres no need for that. At least, not now. Even if I wanted to He glanced at the human boy.

I only came to ask my questions. The Arcanas were a bonus, I suppose.

Why are you looking for Kuzon, though?

Lets just say its for revenge. I desire to kill him.

The humans face tightened a bit.

Whats wrong? Will you stand in my way?

Well, judging from what Ive heard he seems capable of taking care of himself.

Both Human and Fairy stared hard at each other in silence.

Finally, the Fairy King broke it.

Well see about that. One last thing the way you interact with me, its almost like we have met before. Who are you, really?

Well, thats a secret. Maybe Ill tell you some other time. Jared smiled slyly.

An aura of playfulness, rather than tension, seemed to envelop the area.

Im not so sure about that. You see, this area isnt my allocated territory. Thats why I cant really act. You might end up dead before our next meeting.

Beruels face showed sincerity, so Jared couldnt doubt it.

p AndD nOve1.cO,m Is that so? Well, Ill take my chances.

Looks like your comrade are already approaching. I should take my leave. Hmm

Well, then, till we next meet. Jared gave a warm-hearted smile, causing the Fairy King to shudder in discomfort.

He certainly found the human to be strange.

About that

Before either party could say any more, or even react, a golden flash of light descended from the sky.

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