Kings On The Horizon (Vol. 4-6) ✓

167 | Fake Evidence

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"THE PLEASURE IS DEFINITELY mine," Uchdryd says with a grin, making Keigo gulp in terror.

     "We thank you for your time. I didn't know you'd visit so soon," Max then says, and Uchdryd took a seat on the sofa, gesturing for Max and Keigo to sit with him. The two declined the offer, so Uchdryd just quietly laughs, resting his arm on the head of the sofa, and says, "It's been a while since I've been here. After all, I was a student in J.S High once, so I can't help but feel nostalgic about it."

     "I'm glad you feel that way," Max says, making the lord smile.

     "I was surprised to receive the letter of request from the Counts. It's such a rare occurrence, but who am I to decline them? After all, I am a mere lord in the House of Bishops."

     Max doesn't say anything, so Uchdryd adjusts himself in his seat before adding, "But I didn't know that the person who would request for me would actually be you. I'm amazed by the power you hold against the brotherhoods here."

     "I have no power against them as I am not their master. They offer me their assistance because of the strong foundation we have in each other. That is all," Max explains this time, and Uchdryd couldn't help but look at Max in disbelief. He couldn't believe that a mere white uniform like him had such a strong presence.

     Usually, a white uniform, despite how powerful they are outside their school, would cower in front of a brotherhood. But Max was different. He didn't show any ounce of fear as he stood in front of the lord with his head held high. You could see the experience and the hardships that Max went through just by looking at the way he presents himself. It was definitely a sight to behold.

     "Your presence frightens me, and I can tell that you have a clear understanding of your worth," Uchdryd tells him. "But it's also fascinating that out of all the brotherhoods you have conquered, you chose Cigarettes to request for my visit."

     When Max heard what Uchdryd said, he couldn't help but show a smirk. "You catch on fast," he says. "Cigarettes are just outside this room. They're a brotherhood that holds no principles, and their base is the most secluded. If you're planning on doing anything troublesome, your safety will not be promised here in the Smoking Room."

     Uchdryd stares at Max, grinning at him as he licks his lower lip. "How fascinating," he whispers. 

     "I don't want to waste any more of your time. I know you already helped me before, but I'm hoping you give me your assistance once again," Max says, and Uchdryd couldn't help but chuckle at the request.

     "And why on earth would I do that for a white uniform? Unlike the brotherhoods here, the both of us don't have a strong foundation," Uchdryd tells him, and the response was already something that Max had expected.

     "Uchdryd Rease, though you are now in the House of Bishops, you are still subjected to the universal rule of the Brotherhoods. This means the sins of your past members, will also be transferred to you for subjection," Max finally says, and Uchdryd was left dumbfounded.

     "I have strong evidence that your brotherhood has held an illegal auction in J.S High, as well as CCTV footage of your former members that shows them bullying a white uniform to acquire their points," Max confidently says, surprising Keigo because contrary to what Max said, they don't, in fact, have any strong evidence.

     "I may or may not share this information to the council and to the association, but my final decision will be based on your cooperation today," Max then reveals, his face serious and certain.