The four people in the room were completely confused. The three people who had just entered thought that Kai was still in the bathtub under the curse. That was why they had rushed in so unceremoniously.
Kai, for his part, had expected something like this. But he'd assumed he'd at least be able to hear footsteps and react before it happened. At the very least, he could have wrapped himself in a blanket. But what happened was that he got too deep into his thoughts. As a result, such a ridiculous situation came out.
At this moment, the maid was slightly embarrassed, and the two men quickly reacted. The elder instantly said:
- ''We apologise, we thought you were still in a critical condition.'' - Said the old man, bowing slightly and turning around, along with the other man. - Lin, bring the guest some new clothes. Kai-san, we'll come in when you're ready. - Giving instructions, he said.
The two men then left the room, and the maid quickly ran off somewhere. It was clear that she didn't want to keep the elder waiting and was trying to bring the clothes as quickly as possible.
It was funny that when Kai regained consciousness, the old man's treatment became much more respectful. When Kai was squirming on the ground, the elder would just call him a boy.
"Well, I was too busy thinking, I didn't even notice them coming... Anyway, whatever." - Kai thought and stood up, waiting for his robes.
Just a few minutes later, the maid returned, holding a clean set of white clothes. When she saw Kai standing calmly naked and holding out her hand, hinting at handing over the clothes, the girl instantly froze.
- What kind of reaction was that? You weren't the one who undressed me before? You've already seen everything, there's no use me hiding in front of you. Hand over the clothes, please. - With a smile, Kai said.
- Ah... oh. Okay. - Still a bit dumbfounded Lin said and handed over the clothes.
Accepting the fresh set, Kai, in just a few minutes changed his clothes and tidied up his hair.
He was starting to look a little more intimidating now, because of his new eye colour. Such a colour was too unusual. It seemed that his irises were now the colour of fresh blood, even his aura had changed slightly. In fact, it was most likely a consequence of him adopting the Kessia bloodline.
Previously, his snow-white hair contrasted with his azure eyes to create an image of purity and nobility. Now, it was more like an image of alluring danger and power. Even Lin's manner of speaking had unknowingly changed.
In the first meeting, she had been quite free with her words and had even teased Kai. But at this moment, she was like a timid sheep.
- Thank you for the clothes. Please call those two men over. It's not nice to keep them waiting. - Kai said with a smile when he was fully prepared.
- Ah! Yes, right away! - The girl bowed and quickly dashed towards the entrance.
At the same moment, the two men reappeared. The elder immediately opened his mouth and said:
- Greetings Mr Kai. How are you feeling? Through us, you have been put in incredible danger... We are sorry... - The old man said and bowed.
"Why are they so polite?" - Kai thought suspiciously.
- Ah, it's nothing. If I had died, then it would be unfortunate. But as you can see, everything is fine. Except that my eye colour has changed. Hahaha. - Kai said light-heartedly and laughed, "Excuse me, but could you introduce yourself? I don't even know who I'm dealing with. - Kai asked with a smile.
- Of course. I am just an Elder of the Rein family, and am too insignificant. - said the old man with a smile. - And this is our master, Krol Ryn! - He solemnly announced.
- Oh! So this is Krol Ryn himself! It's a pleasure to meet such a majestic man. - With a smile said Kai, and bowed.
Kai continued to play the role of a simpleton. In a normal situation, a mere array master should have been honoured by the attention of the head of the influential force of Border Beast City. Hence, Kai was maintaining his image.
But at this moment, the man's reaction became a little strange. It seemed that he was even a little embarrassed.
"Hmm, is something wrong?" - Cautiously thought Kai.
- Kai-san, let's be clear. We all know how things are done in the Border Beast City... When trouble struck you, it was natural to see if you had someone to notify of the trouble... - Said the man, coming in from a distance.
Now, Mr Krol was alluding to the system of intelligence networks that every powerful force had.
- What do you mean by that? - Kai asked stupidly.
- 'It's simple. We know your true status. You are an advisor to the Trade and Research Union. And rumour has it that you have a very strong connection with the head of Diso. Also, there is too little other information about you, which is strange..." Krol said, slowly bringing the matter to a head, "Now, in the Border City of the Beast, the prospects of the Trade and Research Union are obvious to many. And at this time, a man of your status appears in my mansion pretending to be a simpleton. - With a frown on his face, the man added.
- Indeed, when you present the information in such a manner, everything seems quite strange. - Kai replied bluntly.
- That's right, Mr Kai. If I hadn't seen your former state myself.... I would have thought that the death of the Leinor family's messenger was your doing..." Mr Krol said with a complicated expression.
At this moment, the Rein family was in a predicament. Moreover, Krol didn't understand the whole situation. It was hard to believe that everything had come together like this completely by chance.
- Hmm. I'll also be honest with you. - Kai replied seriously, -I am interested in researching ancient texts and arrays. Since I had a few days free, I decided to go to the Quest Hall and find something interesting. When I saw your mission, I realised that I could research rare books. I think you realise for yourself that I don't need the money.'' - Kai said sincerely.
- What happened in your mansion... Hmm, I'm sure the book was possessed. I was barely able to fight the entity inside and destroy it. As an array master, my energy control is much better. That's why the other two died instantly, they just couldn't fight back...'' Kai said, alluding to the female envoy and officer who were killed.
- Possessed you say? Thinking about it, it really does seem like it... I've read about something like this, but I've never seen it before. - Crol replied thoughtfully.
This kind of thing was too rare and amazing. Even Master Mo, only told me that there were rumours of such a thing. Even he hadn't come face to face with such a thing. As a collector of ancient books, Master Krol had also heard of such items.
Interrupting the man's musings, Kai suddenly said:
- Mr Krol, I'll ask you a counter question. Do you think the Leinor Family really sent a messenger to you with such a sinister object? And the ultimate beneficiary was you. The book was meant for you. - Kai hinted cryptically.
- Tell me straight. How do you see this situation Mr Kai. - Shaking his head dejectedly, Krol asked.
Kai already realised that Zera had probably decided to sell the book on her own initiative. This was confirmed by Kessia's words about leaving her alive on purpose to get the book out of the forbidden zone. Thinking about it, Kai said:
- Mr Krol, send your messenger to the Leinor family. Find out if they sent someone to you with the book? While we wait, I can help. I mean, fulfil my mission. I don't like to be in debt! Hehehe - Kai explained calmly.
It was a good plan that was convenient for everyone. Kai wouldn't run away and would be close at hand. And by his behaviour, he was showing that he wasn't panicking or making excuses.
While thinking about it, Krol even thought that maybe it was all just a stupid coincidence.