Settling the Grudge Completely

Leon stood calmly, the Holy Sword of Zenith still embedded in Velix's left chest.

His gaze remained steady as he looked at Velix's lifeless body, yet a deep complexity flickered in his golden eyes.

"At last, this grudge is settled," he whispered, exhaling a quiet sigh of relief.

He felt his body gradually relax, as though a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders. And yet, strangely, there was no sense of joy in Velix's death.

Despite their hatred, Leon couldn't deny that Velix had treated him well over the years.

He had gifted him mansions, gold, and other rewards whenever Leon successfully completed missions for the Imperial Palace.

Beyond that, they had often exchanged words, engaging in deep conversations during their free time.

It would be a lie for Leon to say he felt no sadness over Velix's death, even if he had deserved his fate.