Witch, Fireball and the Evil God of Steam-Chapter 809 - 145: Witch’s Home_2

She quietly reminded the listless Sera that Cedric had perfectly taken on the hero's past duties in the squad. If they were to face an encounter later, all the damage should be taken by Cedric, while they only needed to cast magic from the shadows—that's the usual tactic of the Hero Squad.

Ilya cheered herself up, thinking that no matter what, they had defeated creations born from ancient magic before. Could Ethan be a notch higher than the Silver Emperor? 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ𝓋𝑒𝑙.𝑐𝘰𝑚

Determined, she tightly gripped the magic staff in her hand and walked into Duke Ash's mansion.

This place had now become another battlefield for decisive confrontation.

Until...

The three were stopped by patrolling guards.

When asked about their intentions, the guards' expressions abruptly changed, their gaze provoking Ilya—it was a look akin to how one would view a mentally challenged child. Never before had she been looked at this way in her life.

However, considering the identity of a Holy Mage and nobility, the guards politely expressed that Duke Ash was very safe, hinting that she shouldn't burden herself with unnecessary assumptions.

Such an accusation was unforgivable for anyone, especially Mr. Ethan, a guest of the Simpler Clan. Ilya voicing her suspicions as a Holy Mage was rather... unprofessional.

"Cedric, do you understand?"

Ilya could only look to Cedric for help; it was her habitual gesture.

Whenever she sought help from the hero Solan in this manner, the latter would step up to solve her troubles.

However, Cedric also displayed the same gaze as the guards, "In fact, I don't understand."

He looked around, "You mentioned Duke Ash could have been murdered, but I don't see any signs of a struggle here."

Ilya looked at Sera again, but this time, the Great Sage didn't stand firmly by her side as before. Sera was clearly still sulking after Ilya dampened her spirits, "Your reasoning is just too far-fetched."

"You suspect Duke Ash has been murdered!?"

Upon hearing this, the guards in the manor raised their voices with an added hint of disdain in their eyes, which already looked at her like a spoiled, delusional young lady. Now she was questioning their competence as Simpler Clan guards.

This Holy Mage is both foolish and malicious, isn't she?

"We need to confirm Duke Ash's safety."

Ilya defended her idea through gritted teeth, even secretly hoping Duke Ash had been harmed. That way, she would be proven right, and all those who doubted her would be the true fools!

Don't these idiots get it?

It's highly possible that while they're putting on a show of patrolling, Duke Ash has already been harmed in his sleep...

Huh?

Minutes later, as Ilya was led into the manor's reception hall by the guards, she was practically incredulous, her eyes widened.

Cedric sighed deeply, displaying an expression of 'I knew it.'

Duke Ash was not only alive but had sobered up and was sitting across from Ethan, enthusiastically discussing something—the atmosphere in the reception hall looked quite harmonious, even Fabius was in the room, a smile on his face.

Ilya saw the accusations of all the crew members in this room, including the white-haired girl sitting next to Ethan on the couch.

"Ilya, what are you doing here?"

Faced with Duke Ash's inquiry, Ilya opened her mouth but couldn't utter a single word.

This was nothing like she had imagined. Why was Duke Ash still alive, even chatting happily with the murderer of his illegitimate child?

Everyone in the room's eyes were now gathered on her—some puzzled, some gloating.

The guards all bore expressions ready to watch the drama unfold. They didn't understand why Ilya suddenly barged into the Simpler Clan manor and said those things, but to them, who had just seen Duke Ash and Mr. Ethan, her behavior was no different from attention-seeking clownery.

Cedric stepped forward, verbally striking Ilya again, "Your Excellency, the Holy Mage suspects you have been assassinated, and the murderer is this white-haired lady."

"This is Lady Lindong. She is quite an outstanding witch in her homeland. We were just talking about her homeland."

Duke Ash's tone shifted, his gaze becoming more stern, "Ilya, you must have some basis for saying this, right?"

"It's the crew from Gear City, they accused Ethan!"

Ilya felt she was on the brink of madness, and Ethan even gave her an innocent look while everyone watched her in shock, as if she was the only clown in the room.

She was clearly the one closest to the truth!

She's an Imperial Holy Mage! When had she ever suffered such a disgrace?

"Perfect, then stay here while I call the witness!"

She was already somewhat exasperated; she wanted to see what Ethan would say when confronted by a crew member face-to-face. He would surely concoct many lies, but she would definitely see through the holes in those lies and expose Ethan's true nature before everyone.

She would keep a close watch on Ethan, not letting any of his actions slip by.

Ilya entrusted Sera to bring in the witness, surely the waiting time for Ethan must be agonizing, right?