A Demon's Journey

After Sargan managed to fool both the Red Crown Sect and Ismael Kari. He decided it was time to deal with Minos Zaraki, Governor's son.

It was very difficult to assassinate someone like Minos Zaraki. He lived in his main mansion. And if he left the mansion, he would be accompanied by many warriors who would serve as his guards.

Including the ones who protected Minos secretly, there were 50 guards around him. All of them were either peak 3 Star Warriors or 4 Star Warriors.

So, it was extremely difficult to assassinate Minos if Sargan tried it alone. At the least, his identity would be revealed.

He examined a variety of options. Bribing Minos' guards was one such strategy. Alternatively, setting traps and then leading Minos there.

All of those strategies, however, were flawed. They would lead the Governor to Sargan if properly examined.

Sargan was determined to avoid a confrontation with the Governor. He lacked the necessary power and intelligence to cope with the Governor.

Thus, he had to use someone else. Fortunately, Sargan did possess that card as well. He decided to use Ruben Kari to deal with Minos Zaraki. The two families were already very competitive.

Ruben and Minos were the young masters of their families. Since they were of similar age, they shared a very fierce rivalry. In fact, their rivalry was so fierce that they could even be considered enemies to some extent.

Both wanted to prove to their families that they deserved to lead their respective families in the future.

However, their potential and ability were limited, and they hadn't achieved much compared to other youths of their age.

Sargan went to meet up with Ruben Kari. The two met up in Ruben's personal bar.

This was a newly opened bar by Ruben Kari. He wanted to use this bar to gain more income.

Ruben invested a lot while opening up this bar. After all, he wanted to make it appear as the best pub within Vlashire City. This pub could even be comparable to the pubs in the Capital City.

Because of his large investment, this pub looked quite amazing. This pub was among the best in terms of texture, architecture, look, and food and drinks.

At the least, the investment seemed to have paid off. Many people checked out this pub and seemingly fell in love with the ambiance here.

It was even said that the looks and ambiance would force the person to come inside for the first time. However, drinks and food in this pub would make him come to the pub every single day.

Thus, ever since its opening, this pub has been earning quite well. At the very least, the pub could handle its servicing.

Currently, Sargan and Ruben are meeting in this pub. The two had reduced their meetings because they didn't want Ismael and the Red Crown Sect to reveal the truth.

They were meeting in the private rooms available in this pub. The private rooms possessed the basic arrays already.

Such as the suppression array and the sound-proof array. Ruben was waiting for Sargan in this room.

After around half an hour, Sargan entered that private room.

Ruben gazed at Sargan and smiled, "It's been quite a long since our last meeting. I thought you didn't plan to meet me any time soon."

"…We couldn't be seen together. Otherwise, your father or the Red Crown Sect would have investigated me as well and found my connection with you," Sargan informed him with a straightforward voice.

He then took a seat on the sofa while staring at Ruben.

Sargan then added while relaxing on the couch, "You are much more famous now. It's nothing strange that you are meeting with some unknown individuals. The Red Crown Sect and your father's informants can't analyze everyone you meet."

"So, what made you arrange this meeting?" Ruben got to the point as he asked this question.

"What's the hurry? Let's order something," Sargan spoke as he pressed the bell on the side.

A servant soon knocked on the door. Sargan spoke out, "Enter. The door is open."

The servant entered the door with paper and feather in his hands. Sargan and Ruben gave their orders. Sargan ordered Butter Chicken with extra gravy and the Xtreme Energizer cocktail, while Ruben only ordered the Xtreme Energizer Cocktail.

Once the servant departed, Sargan stood up and locked the door from the inside.

He then asked Ruben, "How is it going? I suppose your faction is developing nicely."

"It's been amazing. I have the support of the Red Crown Sect, and even my father is slowly engaging me in the family business. I finally know who are the true allies and rivals of my family," Ruben spoke while giving vague information to Sargan.

In reality, Sargan wasn't interested in this information. He could get this sort of information any time he wanted.

And this was indeed the truth. All he had to do was trade Ruben's secret information with one of his brothers.

He was sure they would be more than willing to trade their family secret for Ruben's secret. Expanding or even keeping their faction had probably become very expensive.

Ruben used the Red Crown Sect's disciples and some random mercenaries to deal great damage to his brother's factions.

His brother's groups were afraid to exact vengeance on the Red Crown Sect's followers. When the other sects discovered that the Red Crown Sect was targeting them, they did not dare to get involved.

"That's great. But do you know that you are sitting inside a paper castle? It can collapse at any moment," Sargan asked with a cold tone.

"What do you mean?" Ruben appeared confused as he asked Sargan.

Sargan sighed out as he noticed that Ruben had no idea how grave his situation was. He explained patiently, "…This influence you have created has reached this height because there is a balance between the two sides. While one side believes that the Red Crown Sect is sponsoring you, the other side thinks that it is the Governor."

"However, what is the truth? That you are actually selling the treasures and resources from the Underground Labyrinth of the Demons. Neither the Red Crown Sect nor the Governor has been sponsoring you. Once this secret is revealed, you can expect everyone to turn against you. Your brothers won't miss this chance to collaborate and destroy you with everything they can."

"Your entire faction and life will be destroyed if the third side enters the scene. This side is the Governor's faction. If they realize what is going on, they won't hesitate to turn on you. After all, you are from a rival family. They do not want you to develop your faction so efficiently."

"As for how can they find out the truth…Minos Zaraki's marriage to Yrellea can be the trigger. Once the Zaraki family completely takes over the Misty Flower Pavilion, many of your secrets will be revealed," Sargan finished speaking.

He noticed that the realization had dawned in Ruben's eyes. A terrified and anxious look appeared on his face.

Sargan was internally pleased to see that worried look on Ruben's face.

Soon, a waiter knocked on the door. Sargan stood up and opened the door before sitting on his seat again.

The two were served with their food and drinks.

Sargan stared at Ruben, who was still lost in thoughts. He picked up the glass of cocktail and raised it while speaking, "Cheers."

"Cheers," Ruben spoke a little unenthusiastically. He had lost all his confidence after those words from Sargan.

Sargan drank the glass of his cocktail and then began to eat the Butter Chicken. As he was eating his food, he spoke, "There is a very simple solution for your issues."

Immediately, Ruben raised his head and stared at Sargan while asking anxiously, "What is it?!"

Sargan replied with a smile, "Kill Minos Zaraki."

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