The Smiling Shadow

Ruko is a loyal member of the Crimson Guild, a powerful organization built on the strength of its ten most trusted members. Among them are Casillas, the charismatic guild leader, and Yumiko, a founding member and longtime friend. Together, they've shaped the guild's success, but when a whisper of betrayal reaches Ruko's ears, everything begins to unravel.

Tasked with uncovering the traitor within the guild, Ruko's investigation takes him down a dark path of suspicion and doubt. As he narrows down the suspects, his loyalty to those closest to him is tested, forcing him to confront uncomfortable truths. Yet, despite his growing doubts, Ruko is reluctant to betray the trust he's placed in his friends, especially Yumiko, whose bond with him runs deep.

But when Ruko's ability to see through lies reveals a devastating truth, he is left shattered and alone. As the web of deceit tightens, Ruko must face a cruel reality-nothing is as it seems. In a world where trust is fragile and loyalty is a dangerous game, Ruko's journey has only just begun.