I Am The Madman Of This Family

Chapter 74: If You’re Curious, Bring Me Five Million Gold (1)

Cork became a mercenary as soon as he became an adult. He never picked fights or challenged anyone stronger than himself. It was common sense that skill and experience determined the winner of a fight, and Cork knew his limits and exercised restraint until he had grown enough.One day, Cork and his friends visited a tavern to celebrate his promotion to Gold-class.

On the brink of filling the three new spheres with blood, the person Cork hated most appeared unannounced: Keter, a mad dog and the Solver of Liqueur.

Keter had disappeared for four days, much to Cork’s brief relief. He had planned to kill Keter first once he acquired the artifact. But now, Keter had come to him asking for the branch manager position.

Cork absolutely could not hand it over, as the entrance to the labyrinth was designed to only grant the branch manager access.

Though Keter claimed it was about revenge, the timing was far too convenient. Just as Cork was on the verge of obtaining the artifact, Keter suddenly made a move against him. No matter the circumstances, Cork couldn’t afford to lose in this Goddess’ Trial. From what he knew of Keter, he was reckless but never acted without some kind of plan. He was undoubtedly scheming something.

Cork gave orders to his mercenaries, “Find out what Keter is up to. And you—recruit anyone skilled in detection magic. Make sure Keter can’t hire a single one of them.”

Magic detection was required to locate the A-rank Named Monster, Red Comet, so Keter would undoubtedly seek out a mage or incantor for the task.

However, the report Cork received from his subordinate was entirely unexpected.

“Keter… is taking a nap in the town plaza.”