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00:00:00My Werewolf System. Chapters 1621 to 1630. Chapter 1621. The Next Step.
00:00:10Galdark had explained some details to him, details he had mentally prepared during
00:00:16the trip. Long before entering Jack's office, she had decided that she couldn't mention
00:00:22Esteve and his pack. Not yet. If he did, he feared it would cause a rift between them.
00:00:28groups, a rupture that had remained stable for quite some time. To interrupt that past hour,
00:00:36by three unknown werewolves, it seemed like a bad decision. Instead,
00:00:42He stayed true to the original story, the one he and Blue Everde had agreed upon. The three werewolves were coming
00:00:49from the countryside. They had heard rumors about the kingdom of Lala Roja, but they didn't know that the pack of men
00:00:55The wolf there was independent of the kingdom's official army. While Galdark traveled through his
00:01:01obligations, they met by chance. Authentic Parishioners. They wanted a place to which
00:01:08to belong. And it was Gary, specifically, who wanted Jack to take them in. Galdark knew the truth.
00:01:16Of course. Jack and Blue Everde were very close. Many of the oldest legends, those of the
00:01:23The warriors, who still spoke, had been comrades. Although they rarely saw each other now,
00:01:29Burdened by responsibilities, families, and titles, they still trusted each other deeply.
00:01:36That trust also extended to Galdark. That's why he trusted Blue Everde and believed that Jack did too.
00:01:43I would trust him. "I see," Jack finally replied. His voice was calm and steady. "Well,
00:01:50I don't see any problem with letting them stay here. Give them a place to live. Make sure they are
00:01:57They can rest easy. But for now, it would be best if they stayed here and didn't explore beyond the
00:02:03city. Do you mean not going on missions? Or not leaving this area?
00:02:09Galdark asked, genuinely surprised. Jack had been behaving strangely.
00:02:15Lately. A small part of him hoped that Jack would simply reject them altogether.
00:02:21But he agreed without hesitation. "For now," Jack replied, "I just want to keep an eye on them all. And it's easier that way."
00:02:29"If those three remain where they can be observed." Finally, Jack stood up from his chair. He felt a
00:02:36An uncomfortable tingling in his legs. He'd been sitting for too long. "Anyway. I need to say hello."
00:02:44"To everyone. So I'd better say hello to them too." Down below, the trio had begun training
00:02:51with the Red Wing werewolves. They started with weapons drills. Gary, Kai, and Lupus immediately
00:02:59They realized something. These werewolves were not like the knights in training with whom
00:03:04They had trained beforehand. These fighters were veterans. Every strike was measured. Every block
00:03:11It had weight. Every movement was reinforced by ki. Gary and the others were subjected to a
00:03:19The pressure was greater than expected. Their swords clashed against axes and spears. Their movements
00:03:25They encountered resistance at every turn. They soon realized it. They were on equal footing.
00:03:32conditions. The red-winged werewolves didn't mock them. In fact, their eyes opened.
00:03:39with interest. But Gary, Lupus, and Kai felt a strange frustration in their chests. They had
00:03:46They had trained very hard. They had unlocked the secrets of ki. They assumed they were now ahead of the others.
00:03:53Moreover, there they were, encountering fighters who were just as strong.
00:04:00It meant one thing very clearly. The Red Wing pack is stronger than Esteve's. If it were to break out
00:04:07In a war between them, Esteve's side wouldn't stand a chance. After several rounds of
00:04:13During training, they finally took a step back and asked for a break. No one mocked them. No one.
00:04:21He mocked them for stopping. The red herd simply continued on their own
00:04:27training, rotating with their teammates. The three walked towards the edge of the field
00:04:32training, using the excuse that they needed to observe a bit. In truth, it was their opportunity to
00:04:40"We're quite far away, aren't we?" Gary asked quietly. "Can we say what we..."
00:04:47"Do we need it?" —"As long as we keep it a secret, it'll be fine," Kai replied.
00:04:54Lupus exhalo bruskament. So you're as confused as I am, right? —What the hell
00:05:01"What do we do with that mission?" he said. "That's as far as what you said before went."
00:05:06—Kai, you were the one who exaggerated about not getting involved. Just observe so that
00:05:12We could see how the story unfolded. He made an aggressive gesture toward the mission window.
00:05:18that was still floating in his mind. —Well, the system doesn't want that. It wants us to choose a side.
00:05:25—Kai frunzi el tseo. —He hated it too. It was one thing to observe, to learn what was happening. Another
00:05:33It was quite different to be forced to influence it. Because that meant they were no longer just
00:05:39spectators. It meant they were part of the cause. If we choose a side now, Kai said,
00:05:46It's almost certain the packs will go to war. And whichever side we choose, we could
00:05:52Take things even further. Lupus crossed his arms. So what do we do? We can't.
00:05:59Staying here forever. The system demands an answer. Before deciding anything.
00:06:06“We need to find out what’s wrong with Jack,” Kai replied in a low but firm voice. “That’s the key.”
00:06:13He looked in the direction Galdark had gone. Once we figure that out, perhaps
00:06:19Let's understand the true reason for this conflict. Right now, we're acting blindly. We're at the mercy of...
00:06:27system. Gary is simple, slowly. And since we have no idea what the next mission will be
00:06:33After choosing, we first need information. That continued. We have to learn everything that
00:06:40We can. What exactly is happening at this camp? What changed Jack? What awaits us?
00:06:48On the other side of this decision? All their eyes met. They understood the truth. The next
00:06:55The next step wasn't choosing Esteve or Jack. The next step was discovering the reason why they had
00:07:02Which to choose. Chapter 1622. What started the war? Part 1. The three agreed. Before
00:07:11to make any move towards the next part of the search, which is to stay within the
00:07:16The Red Wing pack was the smartest decision. They needed to find out what was happening with Jack first.
00:07:23of doing anything else. The mission required them to choose a side, but choosing blindly could
00:07:29ruin everything. They most likely had some time before something serious happened.
00:07:36Before a clash between the packs, before the forces pushed them into conflict. And
00:07:42Who knows, maybe when the confrontation really drew near, when the tension reached its peak
00:07:48At most, they could make their decision then. For now, information was more important than action.
00:07:56But there was a problem. How were they supposed to find out what was happening to Jack's backpack?
00:08:02What would lead to such a result? There was a simple way to begin. Talk to the werewolves of
00:08:09He went to the red kingdom and asked them what they thought of the other pack. Around him were some werewolves.
00:08:15They continued their training, moving with discipline, while others rested on benches.
00:08:21They sat on stone benches or leaned against pillars to catch their breath. The courtyard was teeming with movement and sound.
00:08:28The clash of weapons, the rumble of footsteps, the laughter or the occasional grunt of the warriors who were putting on
00:08:35On trial. Gary, Kai, and Lupus walked toward a group that had paused training.
00:08:41“You guys are really strong,” Gary said sincerely, smiling kindly. “The truth is, I thought that
00:08:48We were quite skilled, but it seems there are some very talented people here.” “Thank you,” replied one of them
00:08:55The members, wiping the sweat from their foreheads. "The truth is, I'm surprised there are so many
00:09:02"So strong omegas. It's been a long time since we've met people like this." He adjusted the arm protector strapped to his
00:09:09forearm and continued. "I'm curious to know more about your background, but one of our
00:09:15The unwritten rule is not to ask about the past. Everyone has their own story. And when
00:09:21"When you're ready, when you feel comfortable, you'll tell us about it." The feeling hung in the air like
00:09:28A warm breeze. In this era, werewolves seemed to follow lost traditions.
00:09:35in the future. Traditions based on respect, privacy, and silent understanding. And there were
00:09:42There were far more werewolves here than in his own time. Gary felt a strange oppression in the
00:09:48Chest. When the world turned so bad. She didn't say it out loud, but she felt it deeply.
00:09:55"Is the other pack like this?" Gary asked. "On the way here, we heard that there are two packs of
00:10:01werewolves. We chose the kingdom of the red wings because, honestly, we couldn't believe
00:10:08"That werewolves lived so openly in a kingdom." "It makes sense," said another member.
00:10:15from Red Wing. "But you know what? It's not all good. Even though we've been living here for so long,
00:10:22And we've gone through different generations, there are still people who see us differently." He let slip
00:10:29A small sigh. It seems hatred is passed down from generation to generation, or something.
00:10:35That's right. And it's our job to change their minds. That's why we try so hard.
00:10:42to take care of the city. Person by person, we hope our efforts will not be in vain. And to
00:10:49In the end, who can blame them? I'm sure some of our ancestors tore themselves apart.
00:10:55The head of a bite. Whether they deserved it or not is another matter. Gary felt a sharp pain.
00:11:02of sympathy. They tried hard to achieve peace and failed, judging by what they
00:11:08what the future held. He never saw himself as separate from others. His goals were smaller,
00:11:15more personal. I just wanted to protect the howler monkeys and the swamp, the place made up
00:11:20by a mix of humans and altered beings. A place built through effort, not lineage.
00:11:27Lupus, however, had always lived within the pack culture. He understood these
00:11:33frustrations in a way that Gary could never fully understand. And what do you think of the other one?
00:11:39pack? Is this place better, or are they a group we can't trust? We've met
00:11:47"Some of them," one said. "They seem a little impulsive, but they're good people. They're not bad people."
00:11:55Yes, another one added. I even saw some of them saving humans on missions. They're also doing a good job.
00:12:02They have an image of us, even though they don't care much about fitting in. Gary, Kai, and Lupus exchanged
00:12:09glances. What they were hearing was nothing like what they expected. The werewolves
00:12:16The red team spoke highly of Esteve and his pack. There was respect, even admiration. Their stories
00:12:23They were a perfect match for Esteve's. Loyalty, passion, occasional temper,
00:12:30The fierce protection. If both sides respected each other. If neither side were hostile.
00:12:38So what caused the war after that? I can't see it, Gary thought. I can't imagine Esteve
00:12:45deciding to attack the Red Wings. And Unzoku already tried and failed. So the spark has to
00:12:52Come from here. From somewhere. His thoughts were interrupted. Two of the men who were
00:12:59They stopped suddenly while training. Their weapons fell to the ground with a loud crash.
00:13:04It echoed throughout the training area. In the next instant, all the werewolves in
00:13:10The courtyard turned toward the main entrance. Something had changed in the air. They had never
00:13:17"Behaved like this," one of the men muttered. "Are they behaving like this just because we have guests?"
00:13:24Where are the three who decided to join us? A voice boomed through the courtyard like thunder. Deep,
00:13:32Powerful, authoritative. The sound only made Gary's muscles tense up. It made
00:13:38Calle straightened her back and her lupus ears twitched. It wasn't fear. It was instinct.
00:13:45which responded to something overwhelmingly dominant. The three stood up slowly. Their gazes
00:13:52They headed towards the entrance of the training area, and there he was. A man
00:13:58He stood shirtless, revealing a torso sculpted from years of battles. His muscles
00:14:04They weren't voluminous, but hard and well-defined. His hair was almost gray now, with streaks.
00:14:11that fell upon his forehead. His posture was firm, motionless, and exuded confidence with every
00:14:18Breathing. Even before smelling it, before hearing the whispers of respect from the members
00:14:24of the red wing. They knew who he was. The aura. The pressure. The presence. There was only one werewolf who
00:14:33He could do it. Jack Tim. Leader of the Red Wing pack. Chapter 1623. What started the war? Part 2. Jack
00:14:43He approached the three of them while the others headed to the sides of the courtyard. As soon as he appeared, the atmosphere
00:14:50Everything changed completely. Those who had been training moments before stopped mid-attack.
00:14:57exchanging quick glances before respectfully bowing their heads. Then, without needing to
00:15:04When asked to say anything, many silently excused themselves, heading to the training rooms.
00:15:09to the armorers or simply dispersing through the nearby corridors. Nobody wanted to intrude on a
00:15:16a conversation involving Jack Dem. Now that he was facing Gary, Kai, and Lupus, the three of them felt
00:15:23the weight of his presence was unexpected. Up close, Jack was even bigger than he appeared.
00:15:30It seemed so from afar. Bigger and more burly than Lupus, who already looked like a werewolf mountain.
00:15:36Compared to most, Jack had broad shoulders, a robust and even relaxed chest, and his
00:15:42Her voice echoed faintly in the air. Her eyes scanned the three of them from head to toe, as if
00:15:48He could gauge the depth of their souls with a single glance. "You three," Jack said, his voice trailing off.
00:15:55From the depths of his chest. "Just by looking at them, I can tell they are good warriors. And although I don't
00:16:03"Werewolves are always welcome here in the Red Pack." There was warmth in
00:16:09Her tone was friendly, but there was also something that didn't quite match her expression. Her smile.
00:16:16It was there, but Gary thought it was forced. "I must warn you," however, Jack continued. "The
00:16:24The pack is undergoing restructuring, so things aren't as usual. Given these circumstances
00:16:30Galdark glanced sideways at Jack. "It was the first time I'd heard of a
00:16:36restructuring. The hint of confusion was slight, but perceptible, at least to the
00:16:42trio, who were watching closely. That's why," Jack continued, "we can't integrate them into
00:16:49Specific equipment. But they are free to have a place to live. They will have food.
00:16:55You'll have no worries while you're here. Try to integrate yourselves into the life of our pack.
00:17:01"And feel free to beat the crap out of some of my boys." Jack let out a friendly laugh,
00:17:09Strong and cordial, as if trying to project tranquility and confidence into the air. His smile
00:17:15His chest widened and his arms extended slightly. But even then, Gary felt
00:17:21that something wasn't right. Jack exchanged a few more words with them, informal chats,
00:17:28presentations, the kind of polite conversation a leader would give to new recruits.
00:17:34Then Jack excused himself, saying that he needed to greet the rest of the pack.
00:17:40He left with a firm nod, and Galdark immediately stepped forward. "I will meet
00:17:46"With the three of you every two days in your respective bedrooms," Galdark said, in a much more serious tone.
00:17:51More serious than Jack's. "I showed him the room. I'll make sure everything is organized."
00:17:58"So they can have a good time." The meaning was clear to them. Meeting every two days was
00:18:05That was just an excuse. What Galdark really meant was, "We need to exchange information."
00:18:11without raising suspicion." When Jack and Galdark left, the yard suddenly felt more
00:18:18spacious, empty, and strangely silent. Only the three of them stood there, bathed in the dim light.
00:18:25The afternoon, surrounded by armorers and the faint sound of werewolves training in the depths
00:18:30from the building. "Well," Kai exhaled. That was stranger than I thought. He crossed his arms and frowned.
00:18:39She frowned as she mentally reviewed Jack's behavior. "It almost seems like Jack
00:18:44"He trusts us completely." If he were worried that a Soku and other werewolves might sneak in,
00:18:51Wouldn't he keep a closer eye on us? But instead, he practically told us to do whatever we wanted.
00:18:57We would like to live here without problems. It seemed "open." "Reconnected." "Perhaps it's a
00:19:04"Trap," Lupus said, arms crossed. "Let's see if we can start doing something for our country."
00:19:11"Tell me. If we start investigating and they catch us snooping, we could get into serious trouble." "True."
00:19:18Kai nodded. "But we also have Galdark." "We should use him." "Did you see the look?"
00:19:26"What strange thing did he say to Jacant?" It seems Jack made a slip of the tongue. Something doesn't add up. Kai
00:19:33He let his gaze drift toward the tower where Jack had disappeared. Even so, he added.
00:19:40"It's hard to imagine a man who seemed so happy doing something with a Soku." Gary had
00:19:46He remained silent the whole time, staring at the stones beneath his feet, thinking, feeling. But
00:19:54Finally, he raised his head, and his words caused Kai and Lupus to turn towards him.
00:20:00He said, "Jacques, they seemed happy." "Qui parpadez." "He didn't do it to you." Gary shook his head slowly.
00:20:10"No." The smile she gave us, and her voice, made me think she was almost in pain. Even
00:20:17When he looked at us, when he spoke, it was as if something else was on his mind. As if he were looking at us
00:20:23through us instead of to us. He frowned even more. "I can't explain it
00:20:30Okay. But honestly, I don't think it's a trap. I don't think Jack cares.
00:20:36whatever we do, because whatever is worrying him is even more serious than our
00:20:41"Your presence here." The other two looked at him in silence. "Everything I did, everything I
00:20:47"I was saying, it seemed like I was just keeping time," Gary continued. "I remember when
00:20:53We met Esteve. He wanted us to be part of his pack. He watched our every step.
00:21:00"He was on the way. He cared about us." Gary looked up at the upper floors, where he was
00:21:07Jack's office. "I see how much these werewolves respect him. So Jack must too."
00:21:13To be a great leader. One of those who would do anything for their pack. But although I don't know
00:21:19Jack, although it's the first time I've seen him, seems to have changed." The expression of
00:21:25Kai softened. This, precisely, is what made Gary the leader of the
00:21:31Cages. Kai had always known that. Gary didn't think like him. He didn't analyze every possibility.
00:21:38Nor did he break things down logically. Instead, Gary felt things. He sensed danger,
00:21:45Fear, sincerity, lies. When he trusted those instincts, the pack thrived.
00:21:54Every important decision Gary made, good or bad, came from his instinct. And,
00:22:00Somehow, he always guided them forward. Kai preferred the shadows. He was support. Strategy.
00:22:08A silent sword. But Gary was the front. The heart. The alpha. Good. Kai said, lowering the
00:22:18voice and looking towards the corridor. "Let's investigate a little. And let's not get caught." "Lupus essentio." Gary did
00:22:26He cracked his knuckles. His plan was simple. Learn more about Jack. Understand what changed him. Discover the
00:22:34The truth behind the coming war. Chapter 1624. Trying something new. Investigating seemed simple.
00:22:43At first, but as soon as the three of them started, they realized they had no idea how
00:22:48to do so, at least not in a way that wouldn't immediately catch them. Gary and Lupus, in particular,
00:22:55They looked like two children pretending to be slippery when, clearly, they weren't. Kai, on the other hand,
00:23:02He moved differently. He wandered in certain directions on purpose, casually getting involved.
00:23:10in the conversations, integrating himself into the daily routine of the red-winged werewolves. Kai
00:23:16He blended into the crowd like shadows blend into the night. So, naturally,
00:23:22It didn't attract attention. Seeing this, Gary and Lupus exchanged awkward glances before deciding
00:23:29Imitate Kai's method. If Kai was right—and he usually was—the best way to obtain information
00:23:36Being part of a pack meant becoming part of it. Learning from its routines. Its habits. Its conversations.
00:23:45Their worries. Their joys. Everything. There were two main areas where the red-winged werewolves lived.
00:23:53The first was where the families lived. Rows of small houses lined narrow streets.
00:23:59near the main curved building. Those with wives and children were moved to these houses
00:24:06to have more space, privacy, and a stable environment. It was a mix of werewolves, those who
00:24:12They fought, those who ran shops, those who repaired weapons, and those who supported the pack of
00:24:18other ways. The second zone was for everyone else. A section of the curved building had
00:24:25built like a huge inn, with overlapping floors and rooms that stretched out
00:24:30through long corridors. Gary mentally compared it to a modern apartment complex, albeit more
00:24:37outdated, of course. The spaces were surprisingly spacious, more like a
00:24:44hotel room that was like an apartment. The communal dining areas connected the hallways,
00:24:49And each room offered enough privacy for any werewolf to sleep.
00:24:54comfortably. In many ways, it was much better than sleeping outdoors at Esteve's camp.
00:25:02However, Gary couldn't help but remember the charm of those wooden and stone houses that once
00:25:08They built it for themselves. That place, chaotic as it was, still felt like home. Still
00:25:16He felt like them. But this place wasn't bad either. And Gary mentioned it repeatedly.
00:25:24mainly because he kept reminding the other two that he had been in prison before,
00:25:29Something he mentioned every time one of them complained about something in the Red Wing rooms.
00:25:34At least this isn't a cell, he'd say every time. It was his favorite comparison. A couple of years passed like this.
00:25:42days, integrating themselves, talking without seeming to interrogate anyone, observing details
00:25:48discreet. Finally, one morning they gathered in the courtyard for their daily briefing, a custom that
00:25:56They had acquired. Kai groaned loudly the moment they sat down. Those beds are hard.
00:26:02"Like a rock," she complained. "I know they're supposed to be good for your back, but mine's already wrecked."
00:26:11This is only causing more harm. Gary puffed out his chest proudly. You think it's difficult? Try it.
00:26:18Sleeping on the floor without any support. When I was there. I know, Gary, please, Kai said,
00:26:26placing a hand on Gary's shoulder. Lupus mirrored the gesture from the other side. We've already heard
00:26:33"Enough," Lupus added dryly. Gary's face flushed as he realized they weren't
00:26:40Fun. So, what are we doing today? she asked quickly, trying to overcome her embarrassment.
00:26:47We've spoken to some people, but there's no sign of anything. I thought we might be able to find something out with
00:26:54Jack's family, as Esteve mentioned. But we saw that his wife and children went out to dinner.
00:27:00No problems last night. Well, we didn't see them, Kai corrected, raising a finger. We heard from others that they went out
00:27:08to dinner. And besides, we don't even know what Jack's family is like. Fine, said Gary. But what reason
00:27:17What would the others have to lie about? Either way, we need to find something today. Or at least gather some.
00:27:24We needed enough information before we met Galdark. Everyone agreed on that.
00:27:31As they crossed the courtyard, they instinctively headed toward the large forge. The heat
00:27:37The heat hit them even before they entered. Dense waves of heat swept across their faces.
00:27:42bringing with it the intense aroma of metal and crystal dust. The sound of metal clashing echoed
00:27:48With force, rhythm, and power. Inside, several werewolves bent over their positions.
00:27:55of work. Many had completely transformed their bodies, with thick fur covering their
00:28:02arms while hammering molten metal. Others melted beast crystals into glittering pools,
00:28:09molding them to manufacture weapon components. Sparks flew and bounced off the floor.
00:28:15Stones like fireflies. We've been here before, Gary said, opening his eyes again. But to see this
00:28:22It's incredible again, isn't it? I can't believe this equipment is manufactured here. It's a shame, though.
00:28:31that we can't go directly downtown. Right, Kai said. That was the area Esteve was talking about in
00:28:39Their story. If they got through the central wall of fire, the best team was inside.
00:28:45I must admit it. It would be good to bring something if we needed it. Lupus nodded silently. Seeing
00:28:53So many talented werewolves forging armor stirred something within him. Pride, admiration, and perhaps a
00:29:00A touch of envy. At that moment, one of the older werewolves stopped mid-attack. He dried his throat.
00:29:08his forehead with the back of his arm. Black fur covered almost his entire body, but the hair near
00:29:14The back of his neck had begun to turn gray. He squinted as he watched the trio. Ah, yes, you three.
00:29:22They're the new ones, right? He said, coming closer. His voice was rough but welcoming. Well, why not
00:29:31They try to forge? Chapter 1625. A pattern. As the three had nothing else to do, at least nothing
00:29:40significant, since they were not allowed to leave the red herd area without a good reason to
00:29:46Upon entering the city, they finally realized they might as well try their luck at blacksmithing. Stay
00:29:52Doing nothing would do him no good, and wandering aimlessly would only raise suspicions. So, if they were
00:30:00Trapped in the camp, they might well learn something. There were many werewolf forges scattered about.
00:30:07through the workshop, and each experienced blacksmith was willing to guide one of them in the techniques
00:30:13basics. The veterans took turns correcting stances, adjusting grips, and demonstrating how to strike.
00:30:19the metal correctly, although in the case of Gary and Kai, correcting quickly turned into shouting.
00:30:26"No, no, no!" roared the master blacksmith, in a voice so loud it made some tremble.
00:30:33workers. —Iñúdol, inúdol! —Have you ever held a hammer? Have you ever created anything with your hands?
00:30:41Gary muttered under his breath, a warhammer counts, though even he knew that the blacksmith
00:30:47That wasn't what he meant. Gary had never been one to fix anything around the house. Neither had Kai.
00:30:54And it showed. Every time either of them lifted the forging hammer, it was obvious.
00:30:59for all those present who possessed the natural dexterity of two small children learning to
00:31:05walk. That's why the chief forger didn't hold back. He relentlessly reprimanded them, pointing out every little
00:31:12error, denouncing their lack of coordination and even shaking their heads in exaggerated disappointment at each
00:31:18every time they made a mistake, which happened often. The others noticed it too. Despite many adjustments
00:31:25Whatever they made, these two simply had no talent for blacksmithing. Whatever they created
00:31:31It would probably break in one fell swoop. The metal seemed to disrespect them as much as the
00:31:38blacksmith. But there was one exception. When the master blacksmith approached Lupus, he didn't shout, he didn't sigh,
00:31:46She didn't even shake her head or raise an eyebrow. She watched attentively and silently as Lupus executed
00:31:53each technique as if I had been doing it for years instead of minutes.
00:31:58"You?" the master blacksmith said slowly, narrowing his eyes with interest. "Now
00:32:05You certainly have talent. The forge fell silent. Several werewolves stared in surprise.
00:32:11As the blacksmith continued, "What if you become my apprentice?"
00:32:17Gasps were heard in the forge. The master blacksmith had never accepted an apprentice. And yet,
00:32:24Was he now offering Lupus someone they barely knew? Lupus spun the great hammer once,
00:32:31Two, three times in her hand, as if she were testing its weight. She wore a broad smile.
00:32:38—I suppose it would do me good to learn how to build some equipment —said Lupus.
00:32:43—Who knows? Maybe we need it ourselves.
00:32:47Gary and Kai exchanged a glance. Of course Lupus was good at this. Of course he was. Lupus was
00:32:55good at anything that involved hitting something. Realizing that neither of them
00:33:00She was improving, and wouldn't stop unless a miracle happened; finally, they abandoned the
00:33:06He forged while Lupus stayed behind, absorbed in learning new techniques.
00:33:10"I can't believe it," said Gary, still puzzled. Lupus was really good at that. If he learns to
00:33:19Create beast teams. —That means you can create them in our time too.
00:33:25"True," Kai said, rubbing his chin. He could become the only blacksmith of the era.
00:33:32A modern being capable of creating equipment for beasts. That would make him quite a dangerous person.
00:33:38Even more so than he is now. Gary nodded, picturing Lupus at home forging a team of
00:33:45beasts like a mythical craftsman. It really sounded dangerous. So dangerous that Gary quickly decided
00:33:52He preferred that Lupus not hit him again. However, Kai hoped that none of this was
00:33:59necessary. If everything went well, if they discovered how to stop a Soku, then perhaps the world would no longer
00:34:06I would need a team of beasts. Perhaps they could prevent another war altogether. Later that night,
00:34:13They met with Galdark as planned. The three of them told him they hadn't found him.
00:34:19No new information. There were no suspicious movements, no rumors, no strange events.
00:34:26nothing they could report with certainty. It seemed that Galdark was in the same boat. There was nothing
00:34:33They had noticed nothing unusual. But only a few days had passed. Kai reminded them that information took time to travel.
00:34:40to reveal themselves. The patterns formed slowly. And, in time, something, anything, slipped away.
00:34:49During those days, while Lupus continued obsessively forging, Gary and Kai trained with
00:34:55other werewolves. They trained, talked, observed silently, and listened every time
00:35:02The members of the red pack talked amongst themselves. Finally, several more days passed.
00:35:09And the three of them encountered Galdark again, this time on the roof of the dormitories. The sky
00:35:15Night fell over them, with stars scattered like silver dust. Many werewolves
00:35:22They gathered downstairs, but up on the rooftop, the four of them were alone. Then Galdark asked with
00:35:30Arms crossed, with a faint scent of worry emanating from within. Did you discover anything?
00:35:37This time? Nothing obvious, Kai replied. But I've noticed patterns. We all have, and I think that
00:35:45We should focus on them. I'll let the others speak first. Gary exhaled and took a step forward.
00:35:53Talking to others, she said, the biggest change has been Jack's family. Before, they were out all the time.
00:36:00And they talked to everyone, including Jack. But lately, although people still see their families, they return to
00:36:08The house was like there was a strict curfew. Gary shook his head. I asked if anyone had
00:36:15entered Jack's house. But that seems to be taboo. Lupus added his part next. In his
00:36:23During the rounds, Jack also visits the forge. He said. But when I spoke with the head blacksmith, he told me that something has
00:36:30Changed. The forge now closes early. No entry allowed after 10 p.m.
00:36:36Lupus shrugged. They said it was probably because they worked until very late.
00:36:42They were late and made noise that bothered others. But it's still a recent change. Finally,
00:36:49What a hobble. And finally, according to my own observations, every day, without fail, Jack
00:36:57He heads to the main city. He looked at the others. I know this may not seem strange. But for someone
00:37:04If someone is trying to hide or protect themselves from something, leaving the pack every day seems suspicious.
00:37:11Kai crossed his arms. So we have three areas to focus on. Jack's house and family.
00:37:19The forging outside of working hours. And his daily commutes to the main city. If we investigate the
00:37:26Three, we're sure to discover something. The question was, what were they going to discover? Chapter 1626. Don't let yourself
00:37:35To catch him. A plan had been drawn up. A real one this time, not just vague ideas in the yard, but a plan.
00:37:43structured to investigate the three suspected areas. They finally agreed to separate.
00:37:49It was the only efficient way to find answers, even though the idea unsettled Gary and Lupus. Even so,
00:37:56With Jack as reserved and unpredictable as he had seemed lately, the only time that
00:38:02The only way they could investigate safely was when he wasn't present. That required teamwork.
00:38:08Coordination and synchronization. All things they weren't exactly masters at.
00:38:14But they were willing to try. So you remember, right? Kai asked as they
00:38:22Three were walking through the main square, having finished eating something in one of the shops
00:38:27nearby, located on the ground floor of the curved building. Kai repeated the plan again, as if to
00:38:34I made sure they were both listening this time. I'll go find Jack and see why he left the
00:38:40"City," he said. "You, Gary, will investigate his house. And Lupus, you'll check the forge; you'll find a way."
00:38:49Go in at night and you'll find out why it's been closed these days. Gary and Lupus nodded
00:38:56With serious expressions. They knew their roles. They understood the risks. But now all they could do was wait.
00:39:03signal. Jack didn't leave at exactly the same time every day, but he left every day without fail.
00:39:10And that was enough to prepare. Meanwhile, inside the tower office, they
00:39:17He was having another conversation. "Galdark," said Jack, getting up from his seat and stretching his tired legs.
00:39:24limbs. I'll go to the city as usual. If any problems arise during my absence, I'll leave them to you.
00:39:33He started walking towards the door, with heavy steps, but before he could leave, Galdark called after him.
00:39:40Jack, if you need any help, Galdark said cautiously. I'm your shoulder to cry on. The entire Red Winged Kingdom.
00:39:47He has leaned on you and on the hero's shoulders for a long time since his departure. You can rest.
00:39:53A little. Jack stopped at the door. For a moment, his expression hardened, his shoulders
00:40:00Rigid, their gaze distant. I know, Jack replied softly, but there are some things in this world
00:40:08that we must do ourselves. And with that, he left. Galdark lowered his head. It wasn't the answer.
00:40:16What I expected. It was exactly what I feared. Jack wasn't just acting strangely, he was hiding something.
00:40:23He was carrying something heavy. And that meant Galdark had no choice but to act behind his back.
00:40:29from his leader. Something he hated more than anything. Once Jack descended the tower steps,
00:40:36Galdark quickly walked through the corridors and went out onto one of the balconies overlooking the courtyard.
00:40:41He raised his hand. It was dinner. Down in the center, Gary, Lupus, and Kai saw it almost immediately.
00:40:50"It's time," Kai said. He stepped forward, his steps quick but fluid, as he disappeared into the distance.
00:40:57one of the exits leading to the main city. It wasn't that there were guards blocking it.
00:41:02The passage. Anyone could enter or leave the werewolf district, but they were watched.
00:41:09They tracked the new arrivals and recorded their movements. It was for security, both for the
00:41:16a pack like for the city. That's why Galdark had to be there. As Kai moved,
00:41:23Galdark also headed to the entrance. He approached the werewolf guards who were keeping watch.
00:41:29to those who were coming and going, and quickly invented an excuse. "There's been a big mess at one of the
00:41:35"Kitchens," he said. "A fight. There are injured people and they need help cleaning it up. I'll stay here."
00:41:43"Keeping watch for now." The guards nodded and hurried away. That left Galdark
00:41:50Only at the exit. Exactly what they needed. Kai emerged from behind one of the pillars, without being
00:41:57seen, and he made his way towards Galdark with a stealth that only a shadowy old troublemaker like himself could.
00:42:03to achieve. But the moment Kai approached, Galdark pinched his nose. "Wow, you smell bad,"
00:42:12Galdark said, raising a hand in disgust. "But it's working. I can't smell you at all."
00:42:20"Only that damn fruit." Kai fought back the urge to vomit. He could smell it too. The stench was so strong.
00:42:28It was so intense that even he felt nauseous. The others had refused to stay by his side for more than five
00:42:34seconds. Around Kai's neck hung, like a cursed necklace, the fruit with the strongest smell.
00:42:40who knew his world, Durain. In the modern era, they would have used an odor-masking spray.
00:42:47Specialized to mask their werewolf scent. But here, that didn't exist. They had to improvise.
00:42:54Durain was their only option. A fruit so potent it could overwhelm even the most heightened senses.
00:43:01of a werewolf. If Kai wanted to keep a close eye on Jack, he had to completely mask his scent.
00:43:09Unfortunately, there was a small problem. The smell was so strong that if Jack noticed it,
00:43:16He would wonder why the whole area suddenly reeked of rotten fruit. That suspicion alone could
00:43:22"Ruin everything. We'll have to gamble this works," Kai said, adjusting the makeshift collar.
00:43:29with an expression of pure suffering. He knew exactly what Galdark was thinking.
00:43:36We'll find out what's wrong with Jack. I'll do everything I can to avoid getting caught.
00:43:41Galdark placed a hand on Kai's shoulder, offering a slight nod, a gesture of
00:43:47Trust and concern. Kai nodded, then turned and followed Jack, who had already begun to
00:43:54walking through the city streets. As Kai disappeared into the shadows of the outer district,
00:44:00Galdark whispered loud enough for him to hear. Just don't get caught.
00:44:08Chapter 1627
00:44:10Building something. Gary would have been lying if he said he wasn't nervous. He
00:44:17His stomach churned the whole time. He had two options: follow Jack through the city or go inside.
00:44:23her house and rummaging through her personal space. Neither option seemed safe. Follow Jack
00:44:30It could allow him to take a back seat and make excuses if he got caught. Something like,
00:44:35Oh, I didn't know you were coming this way. It wasn't a good excuse, but it was something.
00:44:42But to be trapped inside Jack's own house? By his family? There was no excuse in the
00:44:48a world that could save him from that. Not even Gary could use his charm to avoid entering.
00:44:54Without permission, he went into the house of the strongest werewolf in the region. The mere thought made his blood run cold.
00:45:00claws tightened as he imagined the disaster that would follow. Finally, Galdark returned to the center of the
00:45:06Red Wing district. When the guards resumed their positions, Gary received the signal to follow him to
00:45:13distance. Galdark headed towards the district of family homes, rows of houses along
00:45:20of connected streets, near the main residential area of the pack. This is where the family of
00:45:27Jack. The truth was that Jack owned more than one house. Some were near the district of the
00:45:33werewolves, others were located closer to the upper levels of the castle. But according to
00:45:39According to everything the local werewolves said, his family was staying in the nearby district,
00:45:45among the other werewolves who had wives, children, or extended families. But like Gary and the others
00:45:51They had never seen Jack's family with their own eyes, they had only heard about them,
00:45:57There was still uncertainty. They needed proof. They needed clarity. And this was the only way.
00:46:05to get it. As he approached the house, Gary noticed more werewolves stationed in the area. They weren't
00:46:12Guards in armor, but they watched the streets silently, with watchful eyes, their ears twitching
00:46:19and their noses slightly raised as they listened to the scents that floated in the air. Extra protection
00:46:25for the family of the strongest werewolf. It made sense. Galdark approached them and began a
00:46:32conversation. His tone was serious as he invented another excuse. An investigation needs to be done in the
00:46:39"camp," Galdark explained, waving his hand. "Someone made quite a mess, and we need the..."
00:46:46The guards investigated him. He said it so casually that the guards didn't even notice.
00:46:51They questioned. They left quickly, confident that Galdark, Jack's right-hand man, had the
00:46:58authority to send them wherever he wished. Once the guards left, Galdark emitted a soft
00:47:05A whistle, Gary's signal. Gary emerged from the shadows of the nearby buildings. You know,
00:47:12Gary whispered, "I was just thinking. You could go into the house yourself. You'd know better what to look for."
00:47:20Galdark let out a tired sigh, rubbing his forehead. I've already done a lot behind Jack's back.
00:47:27He said softly. This is as far as I'm willing to go without exploding and telling him everything. Don't worry,
00:47:34His family isn't home right now. But don't delay either. Nobody knows how long Jack will be here.
00:47:41Outside. Galdark positioned himself outside the house, ready to keep watch as Gary went inside.
00:47:48Gary took a deep breath. Even knowing his family was home didn't completely reassure him. But
00:47:55At least he wouldn't have to be sneaking around with screaming children or a wife begging for help. If someone
00:48:01He was coming; Galdark would let him know. Getting onto the roof was surprisingly easy. The houses were designed
00:48:09with sloping edges and sturdy stone. Enough footholds for a werewolf to
00:48:15climb it without leaving marks. At the top, a smaller upper door rested beneath a simple
00:48:22latch. Most people didn't lock it, since anyone could see someone coming in.
00:48:28from the streets below. No one was supposed to dare enter Jack's property without permission.
00:48:35But Gary was a nobody. Just because people think no one would ever do this,
00:48:41Gary whispered to himself, "That doesn't mean a Soku wouldn't." That single thought made him
00:48:47His claws trembled slightly. Galdark's warning echoed in his mind.
00:48:53Up yours. Gary pushed open the upper door and slid inside. Meanwhile, Lupus had a
00:49:00A relatively easy task, at least at this stage of the plan. He was already inside the forge.
00:49:07hammering while practicing the techniques he had been taught. Each hammer blow had
00:49:12a firmness that surprised everyone, even himself. The forging process required infusing
00:49:19Ki in metal, a skill necessary to create special equipment for beasts. The master blacksmith had
00:49:26He explained that the infused ki was what made the team unique, granting it characteristics
00:49:31natural characteristics that matched those of the werewolf who created him. Once Lupus mastered the infusion
00:49:37If they have correctly trained their ki, the next step would be to create equipment perfectly suited to their species. Weapons
00:49:44that would maximize a werewolf's strength and ferocity. But while training, Lupus also
00:49:51He observed, studying the entrances, the cracks in the walls, the large vents in the roof and
00:49:57the rhythm of the workers' movement. He wasn't there just to practice. He needed
00:50:03One way to get in when the forge closed early. So they only close the main entrance.
00:50:09At night, Lupus analyzed, his gaze fixed on the enormous ventilation ducts.
00:50:15I guess the air vents are the only way in. Sushi. Sushi.
00:50:23Probably full of ash, but it'll do. He imagined himself making his way through a tunnel.
00:50:29Metallic covered in soot. The idea didn't bother him. He'd been through worse. What
00:50:36What mattered was whether there really was something secret inside. But if no one goes in outside of working hours,
00:50:42Is someone really hiding something here? Lupus wondered. Even so, I'll check the oven.
00:50:49central. That area is off-limits even during the day. So if anything unusual happens, it'll be there. In the
00:50:57Worst case scenario, at least the legendary equipment might be stored inside. And perhaps,
00:51:04Just maybe, learn to build something powerful enough to help them against
00:51:10unsoku. Chapter 1628. A Broken Home. When Gary came in from upstairs, he closed the door with
00:51:18Carefully, holding his breath so the hinges wouldn't creak. He immediately sniffed the air,
00:51:25With all his instincts on high alert, he needed to know, right now, if there was anyone else inside. If there was
00:51:33Really alone. It smells stale, Gary thought, flaring his nostrils as he took another deep breath. I don't smell
00:51:42No one else here. There's no fresh smell, no sign of movement. But it almost smells as if no one has been around.
00:51:49I'd lived here for a long time. That was the first strange thing. The upper floor of the house overlooked a
00:51:56a single, spacious area that functioned as a work zone. A desk rested in the center,
00:52:03And to one side was a smaller room with bookshelves. As he approached the desk,
00:52:09What he saw only confirmed what his sense of smell had already told him. A thick layer of dust covered everything
00:52:15The table was so untouched it looked like it had been there for months. I hope there's dust on the books.
00:52:22Gary said. People keep books to show off. No, even in my day, half the books in
00:52:30The shelves were just for decoration. I suppose they were like that before, too. He ran a finger along the surface.
00:52:37from the desk, leaving a clear trail in the dust. No one had cleaned it lately. No one had
00:52:45He sat there. No one had touched anything on this floor. Maybe it's just this level, Gary thought.
00:52:53trying to make sense of what I saw. It's a big house. Going up and down three flights of stairs would be...
00:53:00Exhausting. Even for werewolves. And Jack's family aren't werewolves. Right? He headed towards
00:53:08the stairs, but when it reached the top step, it stopped. Something was strange. The stairs below
00:53:16It was completely dark. Gary could see through the darkness better than any human.
00:53:22But even he felt a slight chill run down his spine. It's very dark down there.
00:53:28He whispered to himself. I mean, I can see fine, but there are no lights. No candles? Nothing. It was midday.
00:53:38The house wasn't buried. Even if no one lit windows or lamps, something must have been getting in.
00:53:45natural light streamed through the windows. And I saw the other houses, Gary murmured. They all had panes of glass
00:53:52Lighting, like oil lamps. Why was this whole place so dark? Her heart began
00:54:00His heart began to beat faster, pounding against his ribs. He tried to calm himself, but each step made him feel worse.
00:54:06It seemed inappropriate, as if entering the house were like entering a gorge that...
00:54:11I would swallow. Carefully. When she reached the second floor, the darkness finally broke, revealing
00:54:21What lay below. And it wasn't normal. The second floor opened onto a spacious dining room and kitchen, with several
00:54:29bedrooms on either side. But as soon as Gary walked in, his eyes widened. The dining room table
00:54:36It was overturned. Dishes were smashed on the floor. Cupboards were hanging by broken hinges.
00:54:44The chairs were overturned, as if someone had been thrown or dragged. A scene
00:54:50Violent. A disaster. So recent that nothing had been properly cleaned up. Gary inhaled
00:54:57Deeply, and the tension tightened his shoulders. I still don't understand. Jack has been in here,
00:55:05Right? Gary thought. The others said they had seen his family leaving. Or at least,
00:55:11This way. So why leave it like this? He crawled towards the walls, running his hand along
00:55:19the surface, and it froze. The plaster was covered with deep, jagged scratches. Not one
00:55:27Not two. Tosanas. They drew long, irregular lines on the walls, as if something or someone
00:55:34I would have lost control. This is clearly a fight. Gary whispered, his breath ragged.
00:55:42But it was with several people. It could have been with a soku. He hesitated. If it had been a soku,
00:55:50This building wouldn't still be standing. And if Jack had counterattacked, Gary swallowed hard.
00:55:57The same result. She left the kitchen cautiously, her ears alert to any sound.
00:56:04Her claws were half-extended without her noticing. Then she entered the bedrooms. The first
00:56:10The room was destroyed. Overturned armories. Clothes scattered about. Scratched mantises. The second
00:56:19The room was no different. The same level of chaos. It felt less like a family home and more like a place
00:56:26looted by a frantic thief searching for something specific. But the darkest detail wasn't
00:56:32The scratches and the smashed furniture. It was the windows. Every single one of them. From the
00:56:39The bedrooms, right up to the main hallway, were completely covered. They had nailed sheets down.
00:56:46Thick, dark sheets covered them. They blocked out all light. The master bedroom had
00:56:53Windows facing the street usually let in natural light. But even these
00:57:00They were blocked. No light filtered through the fabric. Everything remained shrouded in shadows.
00:57:07Gary wondered why people don't see the mess inside. But if that's the case, why not
00:57:14Clean it? He shook his head. Something didn't add up. Jack had been doing something every day. But not
00:57:22I don't think I visited this house for nothing. It was a long time ago. Otherwise, the place wouldn't look untouched.
00:57:30It hadn't been inhabited. That much was certain. There was one last room left to check: the living room.
00:57:37front. As Gary approached, the unsettling silence of the house weighed heavily on him. He pushed
00:57:44The door opened cautiously. The living room reflected the destruction of the rest of the house. But the most
00:57:51The large front window was unsettling. It faced directly onto the street, intended to illuminate
00:57:57The entire space was completely covered with layers of newspapers. It's the same down here.
00:58:05Gary murmured. Then there was a fight. But within the family, his chest sank. Not even
00:58:13He didn't know if Jack's children lived in the city or somewhere else. He only knew that Jack lived there with
00:58:19His wife, at least according to the red pack. I thought this place would give us answers. Gary whispered,
00:58:27Frustration permeated her voice. But it has only brought more questions. She exhaled slowly,
00:58:35Forcing themselves to stay calm. I wonder if Lupus and Kai will find something that makes more sense.
00:58:42He scanned the room one last time, his eyes alert, his claws outstretched, and his senses heightened.
00:58:48sharpened. I'll see if I can find something related to a zoku here too. Gary decided,
00:58:55Preparing. Chapter 1629. Jack's Visit. Kai had decided to follow Jack around town,
00:59:04And honestly, I felt it was the only logical decision. I could already imagine the disaster that would follow.
00:59:10It would unleash chaos if he allowed either of the other two to take on the role. Gary, for example, had hair
00:59:18A bright green that practically glowed in the sunlight. Even on a busy street,
00:59:24Gary stood out like a flare. Kai could already imagine him distracted for half a second, losing
00:59:30From seeing Jack completely, or worse, bumping into him while he was daydreaming. Then there was Lupus.
00:59:38Although Lupus had been a werewolf for a long time, in theory, he should have been good at it.
00:59:44Stealth missions? It just wasn't him. It wasn't in his nature. Lupus faced the
00:59:51He faced problems head-on. If anything got in his way, he crushed it. If anyone bothered him,
00:59:59He was telling the truth. If something required subtlety, he would often break it unintentionally. That, combined with his large size,
01:00:07It made him a magnet for attention. Kai sighed as he moved through the bustling center of the
01:00:14city, integrating as best as she could. "Do you smell that?" someone said in the street.
01:00:20Covering his nose. "What the hell? Who's eating durian at lunchtime? That smell? It must be..."
01:00:27"Durian. Except that fruit stinks really bad. Hey, what's wrong with eating fruit?" another argued.
01:00:35It's meant to be eaten whenever you want, and besides, it's very sweet. If you take that to an inn,
01:00:42You'll be kicked out immediately. Kai clenched his jaw. He realized his special disguise was
01:00:51attracting far more attention than she desired. The durian necklace she had created, the scent
01:00:57The most powerful masking agent he could think of was so powerful that it made an entire street react.
01:01:02Excellent. He needed distance. Much more. Kai went into a narrow alley, checked that
01:01:10No one saw him, and he scaled the wall with a fluid, expert movement. He climbed onto the rooftop, crouching low,
01:01:18while the wind whipped up the pungent smell of fruit and flung it behind him like a toxic cloud.
01:01:24From up there, the view was clear. Finally, he could see Jack without the crowd obstructing his view.
01:01:30intervened. Fortunately, Kai's vision, honed after years of pursuing goals
01:01:37mobiles with the speed of a werewolf allowed him to track Jack even while
01:01:42He moved through crowded streets. And Jack wasn't exactly hard to find either. The man
01:01:49He walked as if he were carved from stone, broad-shouldered and imposing, and many inhabitants of the
01:01:55The city bowed respectfully as he passed. Kai kept his distance, leaping from rooftop to rooftop.
01:02:02when he needed to close the distance, without losing sight of Jack's movements. Over time,
01:02:09The busy streets gradually emptied. The houses became more spaced out, the fields
01:02:16They spread to the city limits, and the scent of durian became even more troublesome. Kai stayed
01:02:22frozen behind a sloping roof, watching Jack walk into an open field almost without
01:02:28No buildings in sight. Since there are hardly any buildings here, if you detect even the slightest smell, you'll know someone's doing it.
01:02:35He's been following, Kai thought, sinking even deeper. I can't risk getting any closer. So
01:02:42He waited. Minutes turned into an hour. Kai remained crouched, focused, following the
01:02:50direction Jack had taken. He made a mental note of any possible way back Jack might take.
01:02:57She could choose. Her legs began to ache from being in the same position for so long, but she didn't
01:03:03He dared not move. Then finally, Jack appeared again in the distance, returning to the city. He was walking
01:03:11With a firm and calm step, as if nothing had happened. Kai frunzi el tseo? I suppose he'll return?
01:03:20Should I follow him? No, that doesn't make sense. He'll just go back to camp. I needed
01:03:28Stop wasting time. I need to check where he went. If there's anything strange, it'll be there. Once I
01:03:36Jack got far enough ahead, Kai climbed down from the roof and immediately threw the durian necklace in the trash.
01:03:43The fruit had already done him quite a bit of harm that day. Even after he removed it, the smell lingered.
01:03:49clinging to it like a curse. He sniffed his arm and grimaced. Fantastic! Still, he didn't lose the
01:03:58Time passed. He headed in the direction Jack had taken earlier, already forming his conjectures.
01:04:05After crossing the field, Kai noticed personnel dressed in white entering and exiting a tall building.
01:04:12He recognized the structure immediately. It resembled the medical buildings he had seen in other places.
01:04:18parts of the kingdom. A hospital, Kai thought. So this is where he's been going every day.
01:04:26He stood for a moment near the entrance, his head slightly bowed, trying to observe
01:04:32before forcing their way in. The interior of the building was surprisingly quiet and lacked the
01:04:39chaos of modern hospitals. There were no computer terminals, no flickering screens, no medical records.
01:04:46Detailed information hanging nowhere. In some ways, that made it easier. In others, much more difficult.
01:04:54So there are no patient records, and there are hardly any notes on the walls.
01:05:00Murmur Kai. How am I going to find out why she's here? A woman was sitting there, writing in a
01:05:08ledger. Kai cleared his throat gently.
01:05:12"Hi, I was wondering," Kai began, trying to sound nonchalant.
01:05:18I saw ajaktem enktrar before. Is he hurt? Or did he come to visit someone? He was playing. Privacy
01:05:27The patient's information didn't exist yet, not like in his time. Not in a world without digital systems or paperwork.
01:05:34strict. Hopefully, she would simply answer him. And she did. "Ajack?" she said.
01:05:42The nurse, without a doubt. She comes here every day. Although I think it's just to talk and encourage the
01:05:49Besides. He's never visited anyone in particular. And he doesn't get checkups. What blinks? He said it with
01:05:57So natural, as if nothing were amiss. As if he weren't asking any questions. Jack came every day. Why?
01:06:05Cheer me up? But wasn't he visiting anyone in particular? And wasn't he being attended to? What was he doing here?
01:06:11So? Kai stepped back, his mind racing. His initial theory, that Jack might be sick,
01:06:20Whether he was injured or hiding something related to a soku, it no longer made sense. So he had a location.
01:06:27But no reason. I guess I'll have to see what the others have discovered, Kai murmured. And I hope
01:06:34that we can solve this mystery. He turned around and left the hospital. The smell of rancid fruit still lingered.
01:06:41It floated lightly behind him. Chapter 1630. The Final Clue, Part 1. Kai couldn't spend much time in
01:06:50The hospital needed to investigate further. There were too many variables, too many possible explanations. Therefore
01:06:58What did he know? Jack might be secretly visiting someone he didn't even know he was related to.
01:07:04with him. Or perhaps Jack met someone who did know, but didn't want others in the city to know.
01:07:10They knew. Maybe he was watching just one person each day, or maybe he was watching everyone. There were too many.
01:07:18possibilities, and if Kai tried to question every staff member, every patient, every worker
01:07:25From the surrounding area, it would quickly attract attention. There was no time. Jack was already on his way.
01:07:32to the camp, and Kai needed to get ahead. Taking a deep breath, Kai started running, jumping
01:07:39Across the rooftops, the wind whipping his face as he moved in absolute silence. Running
01:07:45The rooftops gave him a huge advantage. No crowds, no obstacles, no need to reduce
01:07:52The speed. With Jack walking calmly through the city streets, Kai was able to reach the
01:07:58Lala Roja's camp long before him. And luckily, Jack was too lost.
01:08:05in his thoughts as if to notice something unusual. When Kai arrived back on the grounds of the
01:08:10The pack saw Galdark standing in front of Jack's house. Without wasting a second, Kai landed beside him and
01:08:17She quickly told him everything she had seen: Jack's return, the timing, the route. It was the
01:08:25The signal, the signal that tells Gary to leave Jack's house immediately. Galdark didn't hesitate.
01:08:32She moved with determination, contacting those who were keeping watch, telling them in a low voice to come back.
01:08:38He told them to return to their previous duties and not say a word about what had happened. He told them the truth.
01:08:43But the kind of class they could really swallow. There's already enough problems and stress around here.
01:08:50Galdark told them. There's no need to add more. The werewolves sensed it too.
01:08:57Lately, there had been a palpable tension. A heaviness that weighed on everyone. Even without words.
01:09:04Everyone felt that something was wrong. So they agreed not to press the issue further, without mentioning anything.
01:09:10that might worry Jack. When Jack finally returned, his expression was unreadable. He approached
01:09:17Galdark, with the same serene and firm presence he always had. There were no problems while
01:09:23"I was away, wasn't I?" Jack asked. "It's the same old story," Galdark replied firmly.
01:09:32Inside, she wondered if the others had found anything. Had any of the three discovered anything?
01:09:39Something useful? Or was it all still just fragments? Meanwhile, Lupus had finally had a
01:09:46He was taking a break from the forge. He wasn't officially employed, so he could leave whenever he wanted, but Lupus had
01:09:53the habit of finishing any task he was working on before leaving. Despite his
01:10:00His enormous size and intimidating presence, combined with his surprising discipline in his craft, contributed to his success. Finally,
01:10:07The three met at the outdoor training field. They made sure to maintain social distancing.
01:10:14They needed privacy. This conversation couldn't take place in a store, a corridor, or anywhere else.
01:10:21another place where someone could hear them. They had made that mistake before and they weren't going to repeat it.
01:10:27"So," Gary said, his expression tense. "Did you manage to find anything? Anything at all? Why, Jack?"
01:10:36What was he doing? Key and Hall slowly. Not really. He just goes to the hospital every day.
01:10:44The hospital? Lupus raised an eyebrow. Is it just part of his daily rounds around town? I don't think so.
01:10:52Kai replied. He didn't stop anywhere else. He went straight there and back. No beating around the bush, no errands.
01:11:01Only the hospital. So that's most likely where he's been going every day.
01:11:08Gary scratched the back of his neck. Oh! I thought maybe I was going to see his family. I didn't find them at his house.
01:11:16But everything was wrecked. It looked abandoned, but there were signs of a fight or something.
01:11:24Kai turned sharply toward him. A fight. Is Gary Censio? Yes, the walls, the furniture. There was
01:11:33Claw marks all over. But I'm not sure if it was a werewolf or Jack himself.
01:11:39The building's structure was still standing. So, if there was a fight, it wasn't with anyone.
01:11:47strong enough to destroy it. Kai was silent for a moment, processing the
01:11:53Information. Nothing fit together yet. Everything was still a collection of loose pieces without a clear connection. The hospital.
01:12:00The one who visited started Lupus. Was it one for ordinary people? What did I agree with? Then,
01:12:08"I don't think he'll see his family," Lupus continued. "Even now, medical wards are..."
01:12:16Separate. There would be one for the army, another for common citizens, another for nobles.
01:12:24The king and the council could also have private medical teams. Lupus scratched his chin. For
01:12:31Jack, someone considered a hero, even being a werewolf, I imagine they would treat him in a room
01:12:38Private. Not in a public hospital. That silence returned again. Tassato, in Quieto, had found
01:12:47pieces, but nothing that formed a complete picture. That's what Hubble finally did. So the last piece is the
01:12:55forge. We'll wait for Lupus to sneak in tonight. Time passed. Finally, night fell, enveloping
01:13:04The grounds of the red wing were in dense shadow. The houses still had crystal lamps shining in
01:13:10their windows. Some werewolves stayed awake until late into the night, with the
01:13:17A body full of restless energy. The forge, however, closed precisely at ten o'clock. At that moment
01:13:24When the last worker left, heavy padlocks were placed in its place and the interior lights were turned off.
01:13:30They subsided. That's where Lupus came in. It didn't approach the forge from the front. Instead,
01:13:38He scaled the back wall, climbing silently until he was crouching on the roof. He waited, motionless,
01:13:46until he was absolutely sure there was no one nearby. Minutes passed. The night wind.
01:13:52It grazed the tiles. Nothing moved. No sound came from the forge. Finally, Lupus moved.
01:14:02He headed towards one of the enormous, industrial-sized chimneys, wide enough to
01:14:08so that a transformed werewolf could pass if they crowded together. Without hesitation, he ducked down
01:14:14opening. A wave of soot and ash immediately hit him. He carefully slid through, using his
01:14:21claws to slow the descent. It dug into the rock just enough to control the fall, but not enough
01:14:28enough to crack or break the chimney. By the time he got down there, his whole body was
01:14:35covered in a thick layer of black soot. The room was filled with a persistent heat,
01:14:41Much warmer than the night air, but Lupus could easily withstand it. He landed in a pile
01:14:47From the ashes, he exhaled silently and then lifted the heavy metal hatch of the main furnace.
01:14:54With a soft creak, it opened. Lupus entered. And now, the real search would begin.
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