Ch 102: Public Display - Part 3

The town square of Chashire was buzzing with anticipation as criers relayed the latest proclamation from the temple.

"Attention, people of Chashire! By the grace of the temple and the valor of Lady Mary Ann's noble house, the terror of the ghost shall be vanquished tomorrow! Let all bear witness to the power of divine justice!"

The announcement was met with a mixture of relief and skepticism from the townsfolk. Most were too desperate to care whether the temple or Fenrir was responsible; they simply wanted their lives back. Others whispered doubts, wondering if this was merely another empty promise from those in power.

But Coral, hidden in the shadows of a dilapidated building on the outskirts of the city, was neither relieved nor skeptical. He was offended.