Baron Cullen

Captain Tyron couldn't get any information out of him for a while.

Karen stepped forward, her sharp gaze fixed on Dewell: "May I ask, Your Excellency Dewell Ralph, where did you meet that merchant?"

When did you buy the magic book from him? What were the merchant's physical characteristics like?

This information will be very helpful for our subsequent investigation, so we hope you will be open and honest with us.

Duvel Ralph was naturally the one who mentored Karen.

He even cursed Karen in private after she led the Waller family to rise to power.

But as a member of the Order of the Nation, Karen dared not show his disgust openly, no matter how much he disliked it.

Therefore, he could only stammer, "This... it was a long time ago, I... don't remember very clearly."

It was probably in the city's black market. The other person was wearing a mask, so I couldn't see their face clearly..."

"Mr. Dewey Ralph!" Karen's tone suddenly turned serious. "I hope you understand the seriousness of this matter!"

That magic book is related to an extremely dangerous and mysterious organization that may be involved with the vampires from a hundred years ago, as well as the deaths of several high-level superhumans!

If you knowingly fail to report or attempt to conceal the truth, and if it is verified that the situation is related to the Ralph family or you, the head of the family…

At that point, the Ralph family, or you yourself, will face more than just a simple warning or fine.

These words struck Dewey Ruff like a heavy hammer blow to his heart.

Sweat began to bead on his forehead, and his eyes darted around nervously.

He did know some inside information; the person who gave him the book had an extraordinary presence and was clearly not an ordinary person, but a superhuman!

Furthermore, the other party vaguely revealed that there was a powerful organization behind them that could help the Ralph family obtain more resources and status.

It's not impossible for them to even surpass the rising Waller family.

He was blinded by greed and vanity, and thought it was just a magic book, so he accepted it without much thought.

But now, hearing Karen say this, he realized that he might have gotten himself into a huge mess.

"I...I..."

Duvel Ralph's lips trembled as he struggled internally.

If he tells the truth, he will likely face retaliation from that mysterious organization.

But if they don't speak up, the order maintainers obviously won't let it go.

Karen noticed Dewell Ralph's wavering and pressed her advantage, asking, "What did the person who sold you the magic book promise you?"

But I think, no matter what he promises you, have you considered the consequences of trying to negotiate with a tiger for its skin?

You might remember Bastian Jim, a respected priest who collaborated with a mysterious figure with impure motives, thus committing numerous heinous acts.

And you've probably heard about his final fate.

His words actually contained a certain element of opportunism.

Although Bastian does indeed have a powerful and mysterious figure behind him, and that mysterious figure is indeed related to the vampires.

But the sins that Bastian committed, which were intolerable to the gods, had little to do with that mysterious man.

It's purely because he himself has completely lost his humanity and degenerated into a twisted and perverted heretic.

Meanwhile, the other members of the Seventh Squad were also putting pressure on him, clearly seeing that Dewey Ruff was becoming increasingly swayed.

Ultimately, under immense psychological pressure, Dewey Ralph's mental defenses completely collapsed.

He took two steps back and slumped into a chair, saying dejectedly, "I'll tell you... I'll tell you everything..."

That book... I didn't buy it; it was given to me by someone who claimed to be from the "Secret Society".

He didn't reveal his name, and I truly didn't know his physical features, because he was wearing a hood and a long robe, and I couldn't even see a single inch of his skin.

"The Mystic Society?" Karen frowned, her tone quickening slightly. "Why would he give you the book?"

Duwell made no attempt to hide anything and blurted it all out: "He... he said he was impressed by Sinda's magical talent."

If the Raff family is willing to cooperate with them and secretly provide funds and some conveniences, they can not only help Sindar learn magic.

It could also allow the Ralph family to advance further in Breathless City, perhaps even surpassing... your Waller family.

"Tell me about that 'Secret Society'," Karen continued.

Dewell recalled for a moment and said, "That person... although he was wearing a robe, he was wearing a very special badge..."

I could tell that the badge was made of mithril and had an eye entwined with thorns on it.

It is said that the badge is a symbol of their identity, and everyone has one.

As for that 'secret society,' I don't know the specifics. I've never met anyone else besides him."

"So how do you usually contact that person?"

"He always takes the initiative to contact me; I have no way to contact him."

When was the last time you met?

"It was... a month ago! Yes! At the 'Old Oak' tavern in town!"

"Besides giving you that magic book, what else did he give you?" Karen's brow furrowed deeper with each question. "Or rather, what did that person ask you to do?"

After thinking for a moment, Dewell Ralph said, "Nothing... nothing at all, just that I should keep an eye on the news in the city."

Especially regarding the movements of several factions within the city, including you Order Keepers.

Karen silently memorized all the information.

Clearly, even as the head of the Ralph family, Dewey Ralph didn't know many valuable clues.

But the "Secret Society" was undoubtedly the mysterious force he had always suspected of being hidden in the shadows and connected to the vampires.

As for the mysterious, incredibly powerful man who helped Bastian before, he's most likely a member of that group as well.

After the interrogation ended, Karen stepped aside.

Because he still remembered that Tyron, the captain of his current seventh squad, was someone who valued his position within the squad very much.

If he continues to act on his own initiative, it might cause unnecessary trouble.

However, what he didn't expect was that even so, Tyron, who had been standing aside staring at him for a long time, was already feeling a little displeased.

"Finished asking?" Tyron glanced at Karen, his tone noticeably colder than when he was at the Order Keeper branch.

Although Karen did complete the interrogation for him, he, as the team leader, still felt somewhat displeased.

At the very least, we should get his consent before we can conduct an interrogation.

Karen naturally noticed Tyron's displeasure.

However, he knew he couldn't keep giving them face, otherwise he would only be bullied more recklessly in the future.

Thinking of this, he nodded: "Yes, Captain, regarding the clues about that magic book, we can currently confirm that it is related to a mysterious organization called the 'Secret Society'."

Furthermore, during my involvement in the Bastian affair, I discovered a powerful and mysterious figure behind him, whom I believe is also a member of this "Secret Society."

Although she knew that Tyron was targeting her, Karen still revealed all the clues she knew.

Regardless, he believes that personal emotions should not be brought into work.

However, Tyron simply responded coldly, "Okay, I understand. Now that you've asked what you needed to ask and know what you needed to know."

"Lord Karen Waller, what do you think we should do next?"

Upon hearing this, not only Karen, but also Jack Kelly and the others standing nearby secretly felt uneasy.

It seems my captain is about to cause trouble again.