"So, you already know about it," Luis said with a plain expression, not very surprised.
Ronald nodded and admitted his source. [Of course, you should know how wide your maternal grandfather's information network is.]
Luis rubbed his temples and asked, "What do you want to do by bringing up that topic?"
[This is what I should ask you. Why are you getting involved with the political struggles of the Temar Kingdom?]
Luis' eyes narrowed. "What information do you have, Dad?"
[Not much, just that the entire fiasco was a ruse to cover up the kidnapping of the hidden heir of the Temar Kingdom.]
"..." Luis' expression beca serious as he rembered the related plot. In the ga, the story is at the ti of the Civil War. In the Temar Kingdom, there was a ntion of a hidden heir who was in the hands of the usurper.
Who also caused many riots, almost leading to the downfall of the Temar Royal family. If not for Alex and his partners' interference and support. They would never have been able to recover.
'It ans the hidden heir was among the children we saved. No wonder Dad asked such a thing. We ruined the elaborate plans of the usurper. He would be furious for sure.'
'Hmm, that ans in the ga's plot, nobody saved those children.' Luis thought of Olivia and Hena but didn't bla them for sothing that didn't happen.
"Since they failed because of us. They would probably attack again, with another thod."
[Yeah, must be so. Things aren't looking good for the Temar Kingdom.] Ronald said while shaking his head. [They can sacrifice hundreds of innocent children to complete their agenda. It shows how brutal their thods are.]
"... Dad, do you know who is behind all this?" Luis asked while rubbing his chin.
[Hm? No, that person is causing trouble for the Temar Royal Family without showing themselves.] Ronald answered, then asked, raising one of his brows. [Don't tell you truly plan to involve yourself?]
"No," Luis shook his head, then added. "At least not yet."
Ronald squinted his eyes. [Don't forget Luis. We already have one enemy to deal with. If you want to attract more trouble, it's better to think about the pros and cons carefully.]
"... I am aware. Anyway, let's put that aside for now. Do you know who the hidden heir is?" Luis asked, with so expectations. However, Ronald's answer disappointed him. [Nope, it's called hidden heir for a reason. If everyone knows the information, then how can it be called hidden?]
"..." Luis had no words to argue back. "Dad, there is sothing I wanted your help for?"
[Of course, ask away.]
"Can you send so of our people to Selvas City to monitor Nick Adams, the leader of the Norwish Mafia?"
Upon hearing his request, Ronald went silent for a mont. [Luis, you know-] He wanted to say sothing to persuade him, but Luis cut him off.
"I know, Dad, but those criminals were just commissioned by the higher-ups of the Temar Kingdom. Even if I deal with them, they won't care. As for our side, if they question us because of my involvent, then just bla everything on the academy and Professor Olivia, who took us on that mission. We, the Suarez Family weren't involved."
Ronald was silent for a mont, then nodded in agreent.
[Let's do what you said. Now then, about the Norwish Mafia. It's not as simple as bringing justice to those kids, right? You must have so plans regarding them.]
Luis tilted his head and smiled. "What are you talking about, Dad? I'm so sad about what happened to those kids. How could I forgive them?"
[... Fine, since you don't want to tell . I won't ask.] Ronald sighed and asked. [Is there anything else you want my help with?]
"Now that you have asked, there are a few people I want you to look for. Later, I'll let Lily send a list, along with so clues that might be helpful in the search." Luis rembered so good potential side characters that appeared in the story. If he can recruit so good ones, it would be helpful to him in the future.
Now that the plot had officially begun, they should all start appearing one after another. So, it would be easier to locate them through the clues he rembered from the ga. Which is why he plans to get them before they can et the protagonist.
[Fine, I'll let so people search for them.] Ronald agreed with so curiosity about the people Luis wanted to search for. However, knowing that Luis wouldn't answer him, he didn't bother to waste his breath to ask.
[I have so work to do, so I'll end the call now. Also, rember to call your mother occasionally.]
When he saw that Ronald was about to end the call, Luis hurriedly spoke.
"Wait, Dad!"
[Hm? Is there anything else?]
"Do you know Mr. Zeth?"
[Oh! You t him?] Ronald sounded surprised. Then his expression beca serious. [Rember Luis, no matter what happens, don't offend him.]
"Huh? Why?" Although Luis didn't plan to do such a thing in the first place, given his good relationship with him. Ronald's warning piqued his interest.
Ronald let out a heavy sigh. [His identity is not simple. Don't be fooled by his appearance. That's all I can say.]
Then, without waiting for Luis to respond, Ronald ended the call.
*Beep*
"... Really? It's fine if you don't tell . Why do you have to be so mysterious? Now, I'm even more interested." Luis pouted, then shaking his head, he left for the gym to work out.
***
For the next five days, Luis and Alicia attended their classes, while also challenging the ranking matches from their dorms.
They kept the 100%-win rate, with every match ending within a minute. Now their consecutive wins were at.
Luis: 78
Alicia: 81
However, today they didn't do the ranking matches after returning to the dorm. Rather, they changed into different clothes and went out.
Because of Maki's suggestion. The students of Leviathan class have been getting along well and today they all have assembled to party and get closer to each other.
Luis and Alicia also ca, but because of Alicia's icy glare. Only a few people mustered up the courage to greet them.
"You know, Alicia. If you keep doing this, you won't be able to make many friends." Luis said while drinking a mocktail.
Both sat in a corner, a little away from their classmates, as they observed them playing gas and enjoying themselves, causing a burst of laughter from ti to ti.
Alicia let out a soft snort. Her glare eased as she faced Luis. "Hmph, I don't want to have many friends. Only a few trustworthy and good friends are enough for . So, why should I even put the effort to get closer to them?"
"Well, I won't argue with that." Luis knew what she said was right because he thought the sa. However, this doesn't an he approves of her current behavior.
'Hmm,' After being thoughtful for a few seconds, he said. "Why don't you see it from another perspective?"
"What do you an?" Alicia asked, confused.
"Like thinking of them as tool people," Luis said, but when he saw Alicia's expression full of disgust, he hastily changed his words. "Hey, listen to first. I didn't an anything bad. What I'm trying to say is, if you can't maintain a good relationship with them because you can't see them as your friends. Why not think of them as your tool people? To whom having a good relationship with can help you in the future."
"What kind of help can they give ?" Alicia was doubtful.
"Hey, you never know what can happen in the future. The only thing you can do is prepare for every possibility. We now think that they won't be of help now, but we don't know the future. So, even if you can't be friends with them, isn't it better to have a good relationship with them?"
After his reasonable explanation. Alicia considered his words very carefully and finally agreed with him.
"Maybe you are right. It's better to have more allies than enemies." Although Alicia isn't afraid of trouble. Just like Luis, she also hates unnecessary troubles that can be avoided.
She stood up and tried to mingle with their classmates with a stoic expression.
"Oh Alicia, co here. Sit by my side," Diana called out, causing everyone's attention to shift to Alicia, who nodded and sat beside her.
At first, the classmates felt a little awkward because of Alicia's presence. However, with the help of Diana, they soon got acquainted with her, easing up the atmosphere.
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