In Hadecaine Castle, Yeriel lifted the necklace from the desk. It seemed to be an artifact, likely designed to record specific scenes.0

“Please, have a look,” Jolang urged, gesturing toward the necklace.0

Despite her suspicious expression, Yeriel channeled her mana into the crystal orb of the necklace.0

— Ensure the mission is completed without fail. Regardless of the outcome, keep Yeriel confined to the territory.0

A familiar voice emerged from the device as Yeriel silently watched the recording.0

— She was only ever useful for that one purpose.0

Jolang closely watched her expression, but Yeriel never showed weakness in front of an enemy.0

— Her every move is insignificant, so it should be secure, but add surveillance to the task list to be certain.0

The recording showed Deculein seated in an ornate chair in his mansion in the capital, swirling a wine glass with a scowl on his face.0

— If she dares to attempt anything foolish…0

Deculein glanced toward someone offscreen, revealing only a brief glimpse of red hair.1

— You know what needs to be done; there’s no need for me to explain further. I have a deep disdain for those who don’t know their place…2

The recording came to an end. Though brief, it was dated to last year.0

“As a mage, Lady Yeriel, I’m confident you can verify the authenticity of this artifact... Please, take a look,” Jolang said with a smile as he produced a sealed document. “Red hair is quite rare, so I conducted a thorough investigation...”0

Jolang had leveraged his connections within the Adventurer’s Guild to restore a particular document. Even the guild, known for its loyalty, had been swayed by the eunuch’s influence.1

“Can you see the target listed here?”0

It was a section of the Ganesha-Deculein contract. Yeriel examined the part Jolang pointed out.0

Guild Submission Contract0

◆ Overview: The Red Garnet Adventure Team will diligently execute the mission assigned by Deculein von Grahan-Yukline.0

◆ Target: Yeriel von Delrun-Yukline.0

◆ Details: Due to security concerns, the specifics will be communicated orally. (*Payment for top-secret mission. Not to be recorded in the guild submission contract.)1

◆ Duration: Effective until a mutual agreement is reached.0

◆ Seal: Deculein0

“You are the target. I don’t...0