As soon as Mariel left the palace, he dashed straight to Ultores building.
After hearing King Maggio's story, there was one thing Mariel truly understood. Finding the book titled Flower of Levia wasn't due to luck or destiny—it was planned. Levia awaited him on Roa Island not just to greet him but to pique his curiosity.
This was all part of Levia's plan. The existence and actions of Doctor Lergen were mere coincidences. Even if the doctor hadn't acted, the king's daughter would still have lost control of her mind and turned into a monster, causing destruction.