The Devil's Betrothed novel Chapter 265

Chapter 265: Suspecious Of Arlan

While the guest mansion of Megaris basked in a harmonious atmosphere, the guest mansion of its rival kingdom, Thevailes, was wrapped in silent tension.

In one of the rooms, a hooded figure was standing in front of a seated Rosetta. It was a man with an ordinary build, his face hidden under the hood.

Rosetta looked furious. "...so you mean he just disappeared into thin air?"

"Apologies, Lady Zaria—I mean, Lady Rosetta," the man said. "He was one of the best wizards under me and someone I trust. I am sure there must be a reason for his disappearance. We are still searching for him as we speak."

"It was a simple task!" Her voice rose, her anger echoing within the room. Had it not been for the isolation spell she planted beforehand, her voice would have alerted the people nearby. "A simple task, to keep an eye on one measly girl, yet you failed me! Do I need to teach you how to do your work properly?"

The black-haired woman then sighed, although her beautiful features still showed obvious dissatisfaction.

"Plant someone else to report to me about her every action. If one is not enough, make it two or three. Make sure this time you do not send incompetent fools. I should have no need to personally step in to do such simple tasks."

"As per your orders, my lady."

As the man was about to excuse himself, there was a knock on the door. Upon getting permission, another hooded figure entered the room. He bowed to Rosetta and their leader.

"We have found Number Six, the missing wizard in charge of following that young witch," the newcomer informed them.

"Well? Where is he?" the leader asked impatiently.

"He is dead."

"Dead?" the leader exclaimed.

"Yes, we found his body outside the city, at a nearby mountain. His corpse was mangled by wild animals, but we recognised him due to his essence."

"How was he killed? Did you find who killed him?"

The subordinate lowered his head. "There were no signs of a fight, but there were sword marks on the ground."

The leader pondered. "Number Six specialized in stealth. He was well-versed in spells that allow him to merge with shadows. A person who can kill a wizard like him, without him having the ability to fight back must be..."

"The King of Megaris," Rosetta continued, affirming his guess. "Aside from me, he is the only one around here who could bend space and bring another person to a distant place, not to mention kill a wizard as if plucking out dried grass.