Barry suspected that the Rivers had been in contact with the Luposians for a very long time.

This was why he had been tracking Jaden, wanting to investigate whether his theory was correct.

‘I’m sure the legate will take me in as his apprentice if I find out the truth behind the Luposians’ infiltration!’

After Jaden disappeared into the elevator, Barry took note of the floor Jaden got off and headed up the stairs.

***

Meanwhile, Jaden arrived at the topmost floor and entered the main hall after donning a set of heavy armor.

“Jaden, you’re here.”

A middle-aged man stood inside. He had a powerful, masculine temperament with the intimidating presence of a veteran fighter.

Jaden shuddered when he saw him and said, “I’m really sorry the plan failed, War Legate Hydra. Something went wrong in Swallowston and War Legate Draco was here. Nobody saw this coming!”

The man called War Legate Hydra squinted his eyes.

Luposia’s military ranks reflected that of Navia—made up of ten battle warr