Royal Straight Part III

“Is something on your mind?” she asked.

“Well… do you know him?”

“Who do you mean?”

“The Supreme Judge. Berim Varys.”

Hearing the name, Madame Fon let out a soft chuckle.

“Honestly? No one in the summoner world doesn’t know the Supreme Judge.”

“No, I mean… do you know him personally?”

Joke was well aware that Madame Fon harbored numerous secrets about her past—things she’d never shared with him. Given the number of high-ranking individuals she seemed to know, it wasn’t out of the question that she might have personal ties to the Judge. The gentle smile that immediately appeared on her face was all the confirmation Joke needed.

“Why are you asking?”

“Well… there’s just a lot I’m curious about. And also…”

“Madame! Big news!”