On My First Day Undercover, the Organization Collapsed - Chapter 93

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The Organization Collapsed on My First Day of Infiltration Episode 093

 

 

 

 

 

Heavenly Taste (3)

 

 

 

 

 

Ziel’s five senses are dozens of times more sensitive than others.

 

While it was also the result of harsh assassin training, Ziel was born with exceptional senses from childhood.

 

Of course, this was something he only realized after receiving assassin training.

 

Based on those innate senses, Ziel was the only one among the assassins to master the ‘Polar Night Breathing Technique’, further honing his five senses.

 

And those senses have become an unexpected blessing in his daily life now that he’s left The Organization.

 

 

 

“Excellent taste, Family Head.”

 

“As expected, I knew you would recognize it, Teacher. It’s our family’s pride and… something our family must protect until the very end.”

 

 

 

Truffle.

 

 

 

‘Magnificent.’

 

 

 

Ziel experienced a very diverse and wonderful taste in his mouth.

 

This taste he was experiencing for the first time in his life.

 

Since it was such an expensive ingredient, he had encountered it a few times during his assassin days.

 

Even then, two clients had gotten into a dispute over truffles sold by the Riversong Family.

 

At that time he had only smelled the aroma, but now he was actually tasting it.

 

Ziel expressed it as it was.

 

 

 

“It seems to have a mixture of earthy smell, damp leather scent, and the dusty smell of a very old room.”

 

 

 

A direct and crude expression.

 

It didn’t seem like the right thing to say about such expensive truffles, but-

 

 

 

“To think you could express it so intuitively. That’s correct. Some people who encounter truffles describe it that way. But you felt it precisely.”

 

 

 

Family Head Albert Riversong was genuinely impressed.

 

Ziel’s expression was accurate.

 

Truffles have exactly that kind of feeling.

 

 

 

“It’s not smooth, and gives a sharp sensation that stings the tongue… There’s a fishy smell like stagnant water. At the end, there’s a sharp, stinging sensation.”

 

 

 

To someone who didn’t know, it would sound like harsh criticism.

 

But to those who knew, there could be no greater praise.

 

Truffles are heavenly ingredients that combine such descriptions to create a very mysterious taste.

 

That’s why some people say this about truffles:

 

It’s an ingredient you shouldn’t even attempt with ordinary wealth.

 

If you develop a taste for it, squandering your fortune is just a matter of time!

 

 

 

“I heard it’s very expensive. It’s worth that price, Family Head.”

 

“Should I call it Teacher Ziel’s highest praise? I’ve often heard praise for our truffles before… but this kind of compliment is refreshing. I actually prefer it.”

 

 

 

The previous compliments had been adorned with all sorts of flowery rhetoric.

 

Honestly, they were so elaborate it was hard to understand what they were even saying.

 

However, Ziel expressed the taste characteristics of the truffle very accurately with a calm and dry tone.

 

Of course, from Ziel’s perspective, he was just honestly saying what he felt.

 

 

 

“I’ll pack some for you to take on your way home. Please accept it…”

 

“The meal I had during this home visit is sufficient. I cannot accept anything more according to school rules.”

 

“But Teacher, we feel so sorry. Please accept it…”

 

“I am a teacher. I cannot receive any compensation from parents or students. That’s all there is to it.”

 

 

 

At this point, Albert understood Ziel and nodded.

 

It might have been different with other professors or teachers.

 

But it was a refusal he could understand coming from Ziel.

 

 

 

“I understand, Teacher. Instead, please eat comfortably to your heart’s content during this meal.”

 

“Understood. Then please continue.”

 

 

 

As soon as he finished speaking, Ziel mentioned the veal steak topped with truffles.

 

 

 

‘What an incredible… big eater.’

 

 

 

Albert couldn’t grasp when he should stop being amazed.

 

Ziel’s meal continued beyond 2 plates to 3, 4… even up to 10 plates.

 

 

 

‘Wow.’

 

‘How can he eat so much?’

 

 

 

Everyone was shocked at first.

 

But gradually they became impressed.

 

Despite eating so much, the cleanliness of not making a single chewing sound!

 

The clean and disciplined dining etiquette and formality honed through infiltration, penetration and disguise training!

 

Those series of controlled movements that made the disappearing steaks look like magic!

 

 

 

‘What a shame.’

 

 

 

Ziel felt regretful.

 

He wanted to eat more.

 

He felt like he could empty 10 more bowls.

 

This was his first time experiencing such heavenly taste.

 

Chicken skewers were delicious too, but this had ‘flavor’ in a different sense.

 

Dozens of different diverse flavors at that.

 

The taste was different when combined with meat, when combined with vegetables, and when combined with fruit.

 

 

 

‘Truffles, huh.’

 

 

 

Would they sell them at the black market?

 

No.

 

 

 

‘I need to save money.’

 

 

 

They’re definitely expensive.

 

So I need to eat plenty now.

 

 

 

‘Excellent taste.’

 

 

 

Unfortunately, Ziel’s meal stopped around the 20th bowl.

 

Everyone had completely stopped eating and was staring in a daze.

 

There wasn’t much time left.

 

Because the consultation had to proceed immediately.

 

 

 

“I’ll stop eating here.”

 

“Ah.”

 

 

 

Albert, who had been watching the meal in a daze, came to his senses.

 

This irony where regret and relief coexisted.

 

The parent consultation itself proceeded smoothly without any particular issues.

 

 

 

“…In summary, student Jon Riversong has good talent in swordsmanship, but is still lacking in physical strength. His physical development is slower compared to other students, so focusing on physical training during the vacation would be good.”

 

“Did you hear that, Yon? As the teacher said, focus on physical training during vacation.”

 

“Yes, Father. I understand.”

 

 

 

Ziel then also mentioned the disciplinary matter.

 

 

 

“And he shows signs of being mentally withdrawn. His relationships with other students aren’t as smooth as before either. It appears to be due to the disciplinary action.”

 

“….”

 

 

 

Though he mentioned an embarrassing fact, Albert was rather grateful.

 

 

 

“Thank you for not avoiding it and telling me, Teacher. I think that’s something Yon needs to overcome on his own. If he becomes withdrawn again because of that incident, please be sure to push him. He needs to know how to take responsibility for what he did. At least until the other party truly forgives him.”

 

“I understand, Family Head Albert Riversong.”

 

 

 

The consultation concluded after proceeding for about 2 hours.

 

Ziel handed over the analysis report just like with Maris, then stood up.

 

 

 

“Well then, I’ll be taking my leave now.”

 

“No, Teacher Ziel. Without staying even one night, how can you leave so quickly….”

 

“My purpose for visiting is a home visit. Any hospitality beyond that doesn’t suit my duties.”

 

 

 

Albert couldn’t bring himself to insist once more at Ziel’s firmness.

 

 

 

“You must have said the same thing at the previous family you visited. I understand. Then, please let us at least provide an escort on your way. I’ll assign 4 personnel selected from our Knight Order.”

 

 

 

Ziel asked.

 

 

 

“Why is an escort necessary?”

 

“It’s absolutely necessary at least until the next family. Teacher Ziel might have become a target.”

 

 

 

Albert then mentioned the Tollen Trading Company.

 

 

 

“Honestly, the Tollen Trading Company are vicious bastards. They’ve taken control of the Eastern Region and now they’re eyeing the South too. There are widespread rumors that the Siren Family is backing them.”

 

“Is that so.”

 

“Yes. Their intelligence network is good too, so news that the mercenaries failed must have reached their ears. Perhaps… even Teacher Ziel bringing a carriage this way this morning might have reached their ears. They’ll probably try to retaliate.”

 

“So you’re saying you’ll provide an escort.”

 

“That’s right. Among the 4 escorts I’ll provide, one is Grand Knight level, so they probably won’t be able to touch you easily.”

 

 

 

Ziel declined without much consideration.

 

 

 

“I won’t accept that kindness either.”

 

“Te-Teacher. This is different from beliefs or school rules. Your life could be in danger….”

 

“It’s not dangerous.”

 

“Pardon?”

 

“There won’t be any danger.”

 

 

 

Albert was momentarily dazed by Ziel’s reaction.

 

Not dangerous?

 

 

 

“Perhaps… did you bring a separate escort?”

 

“I didn’t bring anyone with me.”

 

“Then why….”

 

 

 

That’s when Yon spoke up first for the first time throughout today’s meal and consultation.

 

 

 

“Because Teacher is strong.”

 

 

 

Albert’s head turned.

 

Yon continued with conviction.

 

 

 

“Teacher even defeated a Ruinbark alone. You won’t be in any danger at all without our family’s escort, Father.”

 

 

 

Ruinbark?

 

 

 

‘That high-grade monster?’

 

 

 

He defeated it alone?

 

 

 

“I didn’t defeat it alone. The students helped.”

 

 

 

What difference that made…was unclear.

 

 

 

“And if I were the Tollen Trading Company, I wouldn’t send mercenaries to attack again.”

 

 

 

Meanwhile, Albert frowned at Ziel’s confident prediction.

 

 

 

“Those bastards are vicious, persistent, and cowardly. We had no choice but to borrow money from them too… but if something becomes an obstacle to them, they’ll try to eliminate it somehow.”

 

“But even so, since it’s already been revealed that they attacked once, they won’t send mercenaries.”

 

 

 

Ziel’s words didn’t mean the Tollen Trading Company would stay quiet.

 

 

 

“If I were them, I’d send an assassin.”

 

“As…sassin….”

 

 

 

Albert and Yon were shocked.

 

An assassin!

 

That was a completely different realm.

 

 

 

“Or they’ll send Crow. Since they’ve been caught once, they’ll devise a way not to get caught next time.”

 

 

 

Ziel’s speculation, as a former assassin, was based on rationality rather than emotion.

 

The fact that mercenaries didn’t work.

 

The fact that Tollen Trading Company would remove obstacles by any means necessary.

 

And the fact that, being a trading company, they had plenty of money.

 

 

 

“On top of that, I’m a former Academy Liberal Arts Instructor. Not even a professor, and my family background isn’t particularly outstanding.”

 

“….”

 

 

 

Add to that Ziel’s disguised identity.

 

Then the conclusion led to one thing.

 

 

 

“Then… don’t you have to stay here indefinitely?”

 

 

 

Ziel shook his head at Albert’s words.

 

 

 

“Actually, they’re easier to deal with than mercenaries.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crow, Erso’s mood was very good.

 

 

 

‘What a sweet mission this is.’

 

 

 

Today he had completed an infiltration and document theft request much faster and easier than expected.

 

Just meet the Branch Leader and report, and the mission would be complete.

 

 

 

‘There were some variables, but it wasn’t difficult.’

 

 

 

The infiltration location was a factory.

 

Infiltration wasn’t too difficult, and stealing after infiltrating was easier than expected.

 

There was a variable where he discovered another document while checking the stolen documents, but that was a common variable.

 

Anyway, having gathered everything to report to the Branch Leader, Erso was only thinking about decorating his safe house.

 

 

 

‘This time I’ll upgrade it properly enough to surprise even Senior.’

 

 

 

With that thought, Erso knocked on the door of the Red Shadow Southern Branch Leader’s office.

 

 

 

“Come in.”

 

 

 

Erso entered and first gave his mission report.

 

 

 

“…So, I’ve completed the infiltration and theft, and I’ll submit the requested documents here.”

 

“Wasn’t it originally just one?”

 

“There was one more at the designated location during the theft process. I checked the contents and brought it along.”

 

“I see.”

 

 

 

The Branch Leader checked both submitted documents.

 

Then suddenly asked Erso.

 

 

 

“You said you checked the contents?”

 

“That’s correct.”

 

“I see. Understood.”

 

 

 

Why is he asking that?

 

Before Erso could feel puzzled, the Branch Leader asked.

 

 

 

“Erso, there happens to be a request that just came in. How about taking it before you go?”

 

“What kind of mission is it?”

 

“An assassination mission. It’s an urgent request from Tollen Trading Company.”

 

“….”

 

 

 

An assassination mission.

 

If it were an unavoidable situation where he had to kill during the mission process, that would be one thing.

 

But he no longer wanted to carry out pure assassination missions.

 

 

 

“The pay is quite good.”

 

“How much?”

 

“Six million.”

 

 

 

Erso’s mouth fell open.

 

 

 

“Six million for one assassination mission?”

 

 

 

There’s always a reason when something’s expensive.

 

 

 

“I hear he’s an Academy Liberal Arts Instructor that various families and the Imperial Family are paying attention to these days. There’s that level of risk, so we set this amount of money, and Tollen accepted.”

 

“….”

 

 

 

An Academy Liberal Arts Instructor…

 

Could it be that person whose name has been quietly spreading lately?

 

 

 

‘Something seems off.’

 

 

 

Six million for just someone like that?

 

He had a feeling.

 

He could properly sense something fishy.

 

 

 

“I’m sorry. I’m not interested.”

 

“Even with such a large amount?”

 

“Honestly… I’m a bit suspicious. Six million isn’t an enormous sum, but it’s not money to throw around carelessly either, is it?”

 

“Hmm.”

 

 

 

Erso had become more cautious after nearly dying at the hands of his senior due to getting involved with the Siren Family.

 

 

 

“Right, I understand. If you won’t do it, we probably won’t have anyone else who can. Well, maybe those undignified ‘Black Blade’ or ‘Death’s Grasp’ guys would. What ridiculous names…”

 

 

 

When you think about it, ‘Red Shadow’ is pretty similar too.

 

Of course, Erso only answered inwardly and shrugged his shoulders.

 

 

 

“Tollen must have money rotting away. Or maybe they have some deep grudge they want settled.”

 

“Who knows. As long as we get paid, that’s all that matters to us. Anyway, I understand. There will be plenty of others willing to take this job besides us. Go back and rest.”

 

“Yes, then.”

 

 

 

Click.

 

 

 

After the door closed.

 

 

 

“I was hoping to use him one last time, but it can’t be helped.”

 

 

 

The Branch Leader picked up and examined the additional documents that Erso had just submitted among the stolen papers.

 

 

 

“Of all things to discover this, damn it… The Blackwood Family won’t just sit still.”

 

 

 

The Branch Leader sighed.

 

No matter how many times he thought about it, there was only one conclusion.

 

 

 

“Grade 1 Crows are hard to cultivate, what a shame.”

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