Chapter 56: First Hearing the Inside Story

Ivan waved his hand, manipulating a wisp of Water-type energy particles into mist. It glided over the flames and plunged the room back into darkness.

He remained silent; he was curious to see how long this person could keep talking to themselves.

"Ahem, young man." The voice on the other side finally sensed something amiss and hurriedly adjusted its tone, "Haha, I was just joking to lighten the mood. You can speak now."

Ivan asked, "Who are you?"

"Pearney, I'm probably your senior. And you are?"

"Ah, it's you. We've met before."

In a sealed room within the castle, Pearney couldn't help but stand up.

*She suddenly realized who was on the other side and felt a pang of unease. She remembered the other party seemed to have a good rapport with Lahr. If he betrayed her, it would be troublesome—especially when she couldn't afford to lose her second Secret Method Seal Bead.*

"That brat with no manners—his name was 'Ivan,' right?"