I Got Possessed, But the Monster Beast Is Adorable - Chapter 61

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#61

 

“Ladies and gentlemen, the arena’s new number one. I present Uldor, the most valiant among the Gruntar tribe, and today’s challenger, Mork!”

 

A towering height like a giant tree and a rock-solid, massive build.

 

My eyes widened at the appearance of a man who could hardly be called an ordinary human.

 

“The Gruntar tribe are giants. It seems they’ve been bringing giants from defeated nations to use as spectacles in the arena.”

 

“…They’ve been committing all sorts of illegal acts.”

 

I frowned as I listened to Sir Aivan’s explanation.

 

To profit by displaying those who might have utility value to nobles as entertainment.

 

“Now, now, place your bets on who will win and double the fun!”

 

A group of rough-looking men carrying leather pouches went around the spectator seats shouting.

 

Soon after they finished collecting gold coins and disappeared, the announcer who had organized the situation rang a bell to open the curtain on the duel.

 

Clang-

 

“Ah, not there, you need to aim for the vital spots!”

 

“Damn it, Uldor’s in good form today, isn’t he? Hey, Mork you bastard, fight like your life depends on it! That’s right, snap Uldor’s neck!”

 

I couldn’t help but be horrified by the scene unfolding on stage.

 

Even with joints breaking and blood flowing freely, the two men fighting didn’t stop.

 

Rather, they were desperately focused on killing their opponent.

 

But more than them, I found the masked figures laughing with joy at their battle even more terrifying.

 

‘…Antragorn 1. How’s the situation there?’

 

I barely managed to hold onto my reeling mind and sent a telepathic message to Antragorn 1 through mental resonance.

 

Antragorn 1 immediately responded.

 

‘Just as you expected. Beastmen and humans are all locked up in the basement of the building right next door.’

 

I had sent Antragorn 1 to investigate because the security at the shabby building right next to the auction house was so tight, and it seemed my prediction was correct.

 

‘As I thought… Then Antragorn 1, look around there to see if Bini’s sister Winnie is safe.’

 

‘Yeah, got it… Hey, but why do you always call only me?’

 

Tch, did I get caught?

 

If I said it’s because you’re the most manageable, you’d get angry, right?

 

‘Well, it’s because you’re the strongest among the Antragons. That’s why you’re number 1, isn’t it?’

 

‘Well… that’s true. I am Antragorn number 1 after all. Hehe.’

 

Our Antragorn 1, I really like how simple you are.

 

‘Mm-hmm, I’m counting on you, Antragorn 1. Just in case, I sent Ruby that way too, so search together nicely. If a dangerous situation arises, contact me immediately.’

 

‘Hey, I’m perfectly fine on my own, you know? You be careful. Always looking so absent-minded. Tsk, I’m busy now so don’t make me talk.’

 

Really, always speaking so cheekily.

 

I smiled slightly at Antragorn 1’s tsundere attitude and whispered to Sir Aivan.

 

“Sir Aivan, I’ve found out where the beastmen are being held. Let’s move there right after the auction ends.”

 

“Really… Lady, you surprise me every time.”

 

“Oh please, reflect on yourselves. About the Duke’s family failing to deal with such a lowly group in time.”

 

I coldly reprimanded Sir Aivan.

 

The ‘Secret Shop of Phantoms’ has very tight security and is secretly hosted in different locations each year.

 

Moreover, high-ranking nobles are involved, so they always cut off their tails.

 

Because of this, I heard that even the Imperial Palace was quite troubled by it…

 

But seeing the situation here firsthand, anger rose in me toward those in power who failed to protect the citizens who should be protected.

 

If you were lucky enough to be born into noble status and enjoy luxury, don’t you have a duty to protect the powerless citizens of the Empire?

 

“Haha… Indeed. This is quite embarrassing.”

 

Uncharacteristically, Sir Aivan’s shoulders drooped.

 

Hmm, was I a bit too harsh… Well, anyway, the first priority to deal with is the auction house organizer.

 

“…What matters is the future. Let’s do well, shall we?”

 

“Yes, Lady. I’ll work harder from now on.”

 

I nodded as I saw the blazing look in Sir Aivan’s eyes.

 

More than that…

 

That man, why does he keep looking at me since earlier?

 

“Sir Aivan, is there something on my face…?”

 

“Pardon? No. And you’re wearing a mask anyway.”

 

Right, but then why does he keep staring at me so intently…

 

Ever since entering this place, I had been receiving intense gazes from one man.

 

When I glanced at the seat diagonally below to the right, my eyes met directly with the owner of that gaze.

 

“…”

 

The man who immediately locked eyes with me was wearing a pure black mask with gold decorations.

 

Ugh, why does he keep staring at me!

 

Could it be… did he figure out that I’m not Charlotte Briten?

 

It was quite possible. Nobles would know each other’s faces.

 

Damn it, I had already put great effort into hiding every strand of hair because Charlotte Briten was blonde…

 

I avoided the piercing gaze and pulled my robe tighter.

 

Thud-

 

“Ladies and gentlemen, we finally have a winner. Uldor has defeated Mork and defended his number one position! My, he truly lives up to being our Secret Society of Phantoms’ promising star.”

 

As Mork’s pupils lost their light, the announcer grabbed Uldor’s arm and raised it high.

 

“Damn, I bet all my money on that bastard Mork! Hey, kill the loser!”

 

“That’s right, kill him! Kill him! Kill the loser! Kill him!”

 

People began joining in with that cry one after another.

 

At this rate, Mork’s execution would clearly be carried out immediately.

 

Just as I was about to get up from my seat after pondering.

 

The masked man who had been staring at me intently approached the person who had first incited the execution.

 

“Hey, if we end Mork so anticlimactically like this, wouldn’t it dampen the hard-earned excitement?”

 

“Look here, are you saying we should just leave the loser alone?”

 

The man who was angry about losing his bet questioned the masked man.

 

“Tsk, how simple-minded. I’m saying we should save the charm of the revenge match that will come next.”

 

“Revenge match or whatever, I lost all my bet money because of Mork! Death to the loser…!”

 

“Hmm, if you have complaints, would you like to go up on that stage yourself? I’ll personally keep you company. It would make quite an interesting spectacle.”

 

“Hii, hiiek…”

 

The black eyes glimpsed between the pure black mask glowed fiercely.

 

Though I couldn’t see clearly because he was wearing a robe like me, those were surely the eyes of a ruler.

 

“Now, now, distinguished guests, next time we’ll entertain you all with a bloody revenge match. Everyone agrees, right?!”

 

The announcer who had been watching the situation hurriedly organized the venue.

 

When I stared intently at the masked man in the suddenly organized situation, he winked at me.

 

What, what… that person. Did he just wink at me?!

 

“Now, then finally… we’ll begin the auction, which could be called the flower of our Secret Shop of Phantoms!”

 

The sudden wink flirting was absurd, but since there was a mountain of work to do from now on, I had no choice but to sit quietly in my seat.

 

“Ugh… I need to finish quickly and go back.”

 

“Indeed. What is that person’s identity? How dare he, to the future Grand Duchess…”

 

I looked at Sir Aivan muttering in a small voice, sighed, and stared at the stage.

 

“Ah, we have 30 gold. Anyone else? Then I’ll close the bid at 30 gold!”

 

As I was watching the items being auctioned off with a bored expression.

 

A system window suddenly appeared like lightning.

 

[【System】 The ‘Compass of Destiny’ has appeared at the auction house. Purchase it immediately!]

 

At the same time, I spotted a sparkling golden compass among the items displayed on stage.

 

‘…Is that the Compass of Destiny?’

 

After the auction for the items in front ended, the announcer picked up the compass and began his sales pitch.

 

“This is a golden compass that came from the Eastern Antique Shop! Too ordinary, you say? No! This compass is definitely not a simple decorative item. According to legend, this compass possesses the power to guide its owner’s destiny!”

 

The Compass of Destiny that possesses the power to guide its owner’s destiny.

 

It was definitely the item the System had given as a Quest.

 

I quickly raised the picket I was holding in my hand high up.

 

“50 gold!”

 

Then the Masked Man raised his picket for the first time.

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