Unraveling Secrets and Hidden Agendas

Although the current situation was filled with unexpected developments, Rocco realized it wasn't entirely surprising.

The novel never explored the relationship between the two heads, which left him observing this exchange as if it were all brand-new.

The scenario itself could be seen as shaped by the selective editing necessary to adapt it into a novel.

Everything would make sense if one considered that some events were simply omitted in the book's narrative.

In that sense, the irregularities Rocco had noticed might not be irregularities at all—just events that had occurred "off-screen" and hadn't been depicted in the story.

"Well, that aside," Makarov said, removing his hand from his chin and leaning back against the chair. "Let's talk about this enemy. Under what circumstances did their existence come to light? And what makes you label them a big player?"

Rocco paused his own swirling thoughts to focus on the conversation.