[22] A trip to the underworld {2}

The reason Zick didn't choose Karlin was simple—her family would definitely reject him because they were aware of Ethereal's existence.

The Deshin family was a neutral faction; they wouldn't want to be dragged into a conflict between two Behemoths.

Therefore, Zick chose Ellen, even though he didn't like her either—especially considering what her family had done in the past.

The people from [End's Wing] were highly efficient. Within ten minutes, he received a file containing all of Ellen's private information.

Seeing that the file was pay-locked, Zick quickly transferred the promised amount through his bank account.

[50,000 Wrantz has been transferred successfully. Available balance: 509,600 Wrantz.]

'...I need to think about my money problem soon. Borrowing from my father will be impossible without a proper reason...'

His father had been strict in his upbringing, but now, that very discipline was becoming an obstacle.