The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order - Chapter 1353

Chapter 1353: Traitor (II) Chapter 1353: Traitor (II) When the group heard Minxet’s explanation, their displeasure and suspicion faded almost immediately.

If the reason for all this secrecy was some personal business, everyone could understand.

After, who among them did not have embarrassing stories that they did not want people to hear about?

Upon seeing the Scarlet King nod once more, the Thirteen Stars of Doomsday and four of the Six Chief Counselors left the throne room in orderly silence, leaving only Cain, Minxet, and Razputin behind.

The atmosphere in the throne room shifted the moment the last of their footsteps faded away.

As soon as the trio was alone, the calm smile on Prime Minister Minxet’s face vanished.

In its place appeared a cold and solemn light lurking behind his eyes as he turned his gaze toward Razputin.

The sudden change was startling.

Just moments ago, Minxet seemed almost embarrassed and shy, even about wanting privacy.

Now, he revealed a demeanor of absolute determination and gravity.

Razputin was taken aback by the sharpness and coldness in Minxet’s stare.

Before the counselor could form words, the Prime Minister of the Godslayer Humankind Empire turned to the Scarlet King and uttered words that caused a chill to run through the silent hall: “My King, it is my duty to inform you that there is a rebellion brewing inside your domain, and one of your trusted advisors is a traitor.” Cain’s eyes immediately sharpened at the accusation.

A tense hush fell as if the very air were holding its breath.

The might of The Flow coursed through his eyes, allowing him to perceive more than just Minxet’s outward appearance.

He peered into the man’s heart, seeking any hint of deceit or uncertainty.

The scrutiny of those eyes was piercing, yet Minxet showed no signs of wavering.

He met Cain’s gaze head-on, unflinching, his resolve absolute.

Meanwhile, Chief Counselor Razputin’s eyes widened in shock and disbelief.

The implication was clear: Minxet was calling him a traitor!

Rage and indignation flared within Razputin.

To be branded a traitor in such a direct manner was alarming and insulting.

“What is the meaning of this?” Razputin demanded, his voice tight and quivering with anger.

It was the expected reaction of a man suddenly accused of the most heinous crime against the realm.

But before Razputin could say more, Cain raised his hand, and silence fell once more.

The Scarlet King’s authority was absolute.

Razputin’s words died on his lips as Cain turned his attention to Minxet, waiting for an explanation.

“Your approach is correct, Minxet,” Cain acknowledged quietly after a moment.

“You took everyone else out of the room before making this accusation, ensuring the accused is present to hear these claims.

Now, I will hear your words, but you must understand that the crime you are accusing Razputin of is punished by a fate worse than death.

If he is truly a traitor, I will dissect his soul one atom at a time and read all his memories, provoking agony beyond description.

You must have a good reason for these accusations.” Minxet inhaled deeply, steeling himself.

He did not look at Razputin, focusing only on the Scarlet King.

There was a fierce determination in his eyes as if he had long prepared for this moment.

His tone was steady and grave: “During the last few years, I have been investigating a secret organization.

I am unaware of their full size, but I know that they operate in the darkness of Aether, gathering troops among those unhappy with either your ruling or the current state of racial harmony.

They strive to return to the previous order of things-endless wars and strife across Aether.

They are very skilled at hiding their moves.

Every time I got close, the clues vanished, people disappeared, and I was left with nothing.

However, I eventually uncovered that their leader goes by the title’ Grand Elder,’ and that person is no other than Chief Counselor Razputin.” Razputin’s eyes widened slightly at this claim, but to his credit, he quickly regained composure.

He gazed at the Scarlet King with a calm expression, then responded: “Chief Counselor Minxet has a good story.

However, I have yet to hear a single detail of evidence against me or even concrete proof that this organization exists.” Cain listened intently.

Razputin’s counterargument was logical-words alone were not enough to condemn a man.

After a few seconds, Cain nodded and turned back to Minxet: “Razputin is right.

You have shown no evidence of his betrayal.

You have only words and rumors.” Minxet sighed, acknowledging this point.

“You are right, my King.

I have no direct way to prove his deeds.

But you can easily discover the truth by using your Ego Eternal Path of Power’s might to search through Razputin’s memories.” Cain frowned at the suggestion.

The idea of scouring someone’s memories on mere suspicion was reprehensible.

Although he could indeed search through Razputin’s mind without killing him, violating the privacy and integrity of a loyal counselor based on rumor alone was unconscionable.

For his part, Razputin relaxed slightly.

He trusted Cain’s moral compass and reasoning.

The Scarlet King would not resort to such extreme measures lightly, especially not on hearsay.

Nonetheless, Minxet, sensing the moral dilemma, pressed on.

His eyes sharpened with unyielding resolve as he continued: “If you search his memories and I am wrong, I will pay with my own life for the crime of falsely accusing Prime Minister Razputin!” At these words, the frown on Cain’s face vanished, replaced by shock and a measure of admiration.

That Minxet would wager his life to support his claim showed the absolute conviction behind his accusation.

He believed wholeheartedly in the existence of this hidden threat and was willing to stake everything on it.

Even Razputin could not hide his surprise at the extremes Minxet was willing to go.

Cain stared at Minxet for several long seconds.

The silence was thick, charged with tension.

The Scarlet King could sense no deception in Minxet-only a profound determination to protect Aether at all costs.

Finally, Cain’s gaze turned toward Razputin.

The Scarlet King’s tone was calm but demanding as he asked: “Well, how do you respond to his words and resolve?”