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⟦The Apex Protector⟧
Kicked out by his master, a genius swordsman is tasked with protecting a rich heiress. He instantly crushes anyone who dares harm her, sparking a fiery romance. But as a 3-month deadline nears, dark secrets and a deadly conspiracy in the royal city begin to surface.
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Kicked out by his master, a genius swordsman is tasked with protecting a rich heiress. He instantly crushes anyone who dares harm her, sparking a fiery romance. But as a 3-month deadline nears, dark secrets and a deadly conspiracy in the royal city begin to surface.
#theapexprotector #the #apex #protector
#shortfilm #drama #verticaldrama #full #fulllepisodes #completed #finished
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00:00:10Arise, the ember-devouring dragon!
00:00:20Master, that's cute. Not nearly enough.
00:00:22Drake, knock him down a peg.
00:00:37Too soft.
00:00:47Now this feels like a fight.
00:00:55Back to the pit with you!
00:01:05Fifteen years. Magic, swordcraft, I've passed on every secret I hold. The rest, you figure out yourself.
00:01:12But Master, I can't bear to part with you.
00:01:15Did you truly believe that? You murmur nightly in your sleep, craving the truth of your origins.
00:01:23Catch.
00:01:24Your last charge. Three months. Guard Catherine Alva with your life.
00:01:31Catherine Alva?
00:01:32She forged the tear of the deity. Fulfill this charge, and the seal shall shatter.
00:01:39Will I finally know my origins then?
00:01:41Mark this. Only by binding yourself to this mortal realm can you transcend it.
00:01:47Go ahead.
00:02:15Welcome to Alva Trading Company.
00:02:17This is the Tear of the Daini, born from ancient creation mithes.
00:02:21Forged through alchemy, it can reverse mortal decay and the march of age.
00:02:25Such an imposing name. What power does it wield?
00:02:34The Tear heals every mortal ailment.
00:02:40Quiet!
00:02:48Catherine Alva? Catherine Alva? How am I meant to track you down?
00:02:56Catherine, we're not finished.
00:02:59Storming off without a word is ill-mannered.
00:03:01Catherine?
00:03:03Pardon me, Lord Renard. I've had too much wine.
00:03:06My head spins. We shall resume this discussion another time.
00:03:10It's far too late for you to wander alone. Come to my man. We'll rest and finish our talk there.
00:03:16Let go of me.
00:03:17Remove your hands from her!
00:03:21Let go of me.
00:03:35Help us.
00:03:37Shh. I've got you.
00:03:43Take a deep breath.
00:03:44I've got you.
00:03:55I've got you.
00:03:58I've got you.
00:04:11Do you know who I am?
00:04:12I couldn't care less if you were crowned king.
00:04:15Keep your hands off her.
00:04:16Insolent cur, this is the heir to House Grey of the Austrian kingdom.
00:04:20Are you Catherine Alva?
00:04:23What did you do to them?
00:04:24You're beneath my reply.
00:04:26Kill him!
00:04:30Kill him!
00:04:34Kill him!
00:04:36Kill him!
00:04:37Kill him!
00:04:43Kill him!
00:04:46Kill him!
00:04:48Kill him!
00:04:50Kill him!
00:04:51Kill him!
00:04:52Kill him!
00:04:53Kill him!
00:04:54Kill him!
00:04:56Kill him!
00:04:56Kill him!
00:04:57Kill him!
00:04:58Kill him!
00:04:59Kill him!
00:05:19This is a witch's love, Phaethor.
00:05:23So hot. I'm burning up.
00:05:27I need to purge this toxin first.
00:05:29I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:02I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:06I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:11I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:14I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:44I need to purge this toxin first.
00:06:50What even was that?
00:06:56I need to purge this toxin first.
00:07:07I need to purge this toxin first.
00:07:50A hundred gold in this bag.
00:07:51I need to purge this toxin first.
00:08:21I need to purge this toxin first.
00:09:02I need to purge this toxin first.
00:09:30I need to purge this toxin first.
00:09:33I need to purge this toxin first.
00:09:43I need to purge this toxin first.
00:09:57I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:03I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:25I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:28I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:37I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:47I need to purge this toxin first.
00:10:50I need...
00:11:10Katheryn, you have three days to reconsider.
00:11:13Would refuse and your trading company falls.
00:11:22Are you unhurt?
00:11:24I'm fine.
00:11:27But you... can you wield magic?
00:11:30I'm just a guard. What would I know of magic?
00:11:34Exactly. If he wielded magic, he'd never be a guard.
00:11:37Only good for cheap brawls.
00:11:40Rue.
00:11:43Young mistress.
00:11:45You let an assassin breach your watch?
00:11:48Without Wynne, I'd be dead.
00:11:51This is my failure, young mistress.
00:11:54One more misstep, and you are dismissed for good.
00:11:58Understood.
00:12:01You, come with me.
00:12:13Lady Catherine, this is the vital task I was assigned?
00:12:16I hold a meeting. I expect this study spotless upon my return.
00:12:24Wait a second.
00:12:29Sister, you're truly keeping him around?
00:12:32You don't care for him, do you?
00:12:34Nonsense.
00:12:35I've dug into Wynne.
00:12:37His origins are a mystery.
00:12:38He wields magic and saw the carriage attack.
00:12:41We'll keep him near.
00:12:45Cleaning is far more tedious than casting magic.
00:12:51You cross the captain.
00:12:52You're a dead man walking.
00:12:54Save your empty breath!
00:12:57You insolent wisp.
00:12:59Surrender three fingers and twenty gold, and I may spare your life.
00:13:04Now.
00:13:07Everyone out!
00:13:08Now!
00:13:11One trivial victory, and you think you're untouchable.
00:13:15I command these lands!
00:13:17Full-scale forging of thee.
00:13:20Tear shall commence.
00:13:21Settle all particulars without delay.
00:13:24Young mistress, trouble's brewing.
00:13:26Reeve cornered Wynne in the dining hall and drove everybody out.
00:13:29What?
00:13:43How could this happen?
00:13:59What happened here?
00:14:01Young mistress is here for a meal, too.
00:14:04Food's quite good.
00:14:05You're unheard.
00:14:06And there?
00:14:07They fought over a roast chicken.
00:14:09Couldn't pull them apart.
00:14:10Such a liar.
00:14:11Young mistress, this rogue disrespected my men.
00:14:15That's why I...
00:14:16No second chances.
00:14:16I said that.
00:14:18You forget already?
00:14:19See to their injuries.
00:14:21The firm covers all costs.
00:14:22All of you are dismissed as of tomorrow.
00:14:25Young mistress...
00:14:26Must I repeat myself?
00:14:30Was there need to strike him so brutally?
00:14:32He's not loyal to you.
00:14:34He answers to the patriarch of House Grey.
00:14:37How do you know that?
00:14:39We've just confirmed it.
00:14:41Reeve deliberately let the assassin slip through.
00:14:44Renard Grey mastermind the whole plot.
00:14:47The Greys and Hurts are mere lapdogs of House Moran.
00:14:49I knew the risks the second we forged the terror of the day.
00:14:59My Lord Grey, I have failed you.
00:15:02It was Wrynn.
00:15:03Without him, I'd have...
00:15:04My Lord Grey!
00:15:05Ah!
00:15:07Crash.
00:15:08Can't even take down a single guard.
00:15:11Get out.
00:15:15Lord Moran.
00:15:16Unknown man at Catherine's side.
00:15:19Troublesome.
00:15:19Can't you handle one stray?
00:15:21I am unworthy of your trust.
00:15:23Minor houses useless.
00:15:25Send the Mad Wolf.
00:15:26Lord Moran.
00:15:27About the Alva Sisters...
00:15:27Pretend your duties.
00:15:28I only care about the tear.
00:15:30They sent the Mad Wolf.
00:15:32Under...
00:15:33Wyrnn, you're done.
00:15:37Guarding's the job.
00:15:38Driving?
00:15:39Extra.
00:15:40Fine.
00:15:41Park the carriage.
00:15:42You're coming in.
00:15:44Huh?
00:15:45A personal bodyguard stays close, no?
00:15:48You said you didn't need me.
00:15:50I need it now.
00:15:52Any complaints?
00:15:53A hundred gold.
00:15:55You!
00:15:55Two hundred.
00:15:57Final off.
00:15:58Deal.
00:16:08I'm starving, Lady Catherine.
00:16:10After all this guarding, I deserve a feast.
00:16:13Don't be greedy.
00:16:15Honey ribs, herb-roasted foush, asparagus, and mixed greens.
00:16:18Enough?
00:16:19Plain common food.
00:16:20But if the young mistress made it, I'll gladly eat.
00:16:23Pantry's there.
00:16:24Kitchen down that hall.
00:16:25Start cooking.
00:16:26Me?
00:16:29We're bathing first.
00:16:31Have dinner ready in thirty minutes.
00:16:33Wait.
00:16:36Dinner's ready.
00:16:39Taste it, ladies.
00:16:44Looks like it hits the spot.
00:16:46Barely passable.
00:16:48You've overworked yourself, Lady Catherine.
00:16:51Eat your fill.
00:16:52My sister won't take meat from some random guard.
00:17:00I just hate wasting food.
00:17:05Why are you both gawking?
00:17:07Eat.
00:17:19Break the seal, and the emblem will self-destruct.
00:17:25He's been plotting against me.
00:17:27Three months playing caretaker, it is.
00:17:31Rin?
00:17:34What were you mumbling?
00:17:36Uh, nothing.
00:17:39Come with me somewhere tomorrow, Dawn.
00:17:41Just us two?
00:17:42Don't be late.
00:17:53Where are we going?
00:17:55The city's merchant quarter.
00:17:57Lady Catherine, your house is under attack and you're going out.
00:18:00You've got guts.
00:18:02You're protecting me, aren't you?
00:18:08What's on your mind?
00:18:10What if I was sent by one of those noble houses?
00:18:16What if I was sent by one of those noble houses?
00:18:21I wish to rest.
00:18:23Wake me when we arrive.
00:18:31Are you here to shop, Lady Catherine?
00:18:34For you.
00:18:35As my personal bodyguard, you ought to dress properly.
00:18:39A reward for saving me yesterday.
00:18:47I have to try all of these?
00:18:50Naturally.
00:18:59No.
00:19:02No.
00:19:15Drink slower.
00:19:17By the gods, I've never tried this many clothes in my life.
00:19:21My lady, your husband's frame suits these cuts perfectly.
00:19:25He's not my...
00:19:26Never mind.
00:19:30I'll take every piece he tried on.
00:19:33Wonderful.
00:19:34I'll pack them straight away.
00:19:36Lady Catherine, this is far too many.
00:19:38It's a waste.
00:19:39I'll never wear them all.
00:19:40I wish to.
00:19:41Selina waits for us at home.
00:19:46Esther, where did you two go?
00:19:48I woke up all alone on the estate.
00:19:50I sent him to carry goods.
00:19:51We're heading back now.
00:19:57Assassin outside, don't move an inch.
00:20:03Assassin outside, don't move an inch.
00:20:16A silver coin for a life.
00:20:19How interesting.
00:20:22Heavens, I'll summon the guards at once.
00:20:24There's no time.
00:20:25Take off your stockings.
00:20:27Pardon?
00:20:28I'm dead serious.
00:20:29Hand them over now.
00:20:30Something's in the air right now.
00:20:33Like I'm losing track of time.
00:20:35What do you plan to do with these?
00:20:37I don't know.
00:20:53Manor channeling.
00:20:55This is enchanted fabric.
00:20:57Well done.
00:20:59You're the first to escape me alive.
00:21:01We'll meet again.
00:21:03Are you unhurt?
00:21:05Forgive my lack of courtesy.
00:21:07Hold on.
00:21:07We'll reach the estate soon.
00:21:15Put me down.
00:21:17I can walk on my own.
00:21:18Set me down.
00:21:18Selina will see ya.
00:21:19Relax.
00:21:20Selina's not in the parlor.
00:21:22Your ankle can't bear weight.
00:21:28How do you know she's gone?
00:21:30I heard her leave.
00:21:31Stay still.
00:21:32Any relief yet?
00:21:33You can heal injuries too?
00:21:35Just a random skill I picked up over time.
00:21:38Do you do this for everyone else?
00:21:39Stay still.
00:21:41No one else, Lady Catherine.
00:21:42You're the first.
00:21:43Why go to such lengths to shield me?
00:21:45Isn't that every guard's job?
00:21:47He only protects me out of duty.
00:21:49Nothing else.
00:21:50Do you find me beautiful?
00:21:53The loveliest lady I've ever seen.
00:21:56What brought that question on?
00:21:57What are you two up to?
00:22:02I see now.
00:22:04You left me behind and show this off openly.
00:22:06Don't get the wrong idea.
00:22:08I twisted my ankle.
00:22:09He's only helping me.
00:22:10Spill the whole truth.
00:22:12Truly.
00:22:13Nothing between us.
00:22:14An assassin jumped us.
00:22:16He's just tending my anchor.
00:22:18What?
00:22:19In broad daylight?
00:22:20That's unforgivable.
00:22:24Sis, anywhere else sore?
00:22:26I'm unhurt.
00:22:28Rin kept me safe.
00:22:30One man's strength is limited.
00:22:32I have a task for you to run.
00:22:34Strike back first.
00:22:35I like the sound of that.
00:22:38Captain of the guard?
00:22:39Me?
00:22:41Yes.
00:22:41The post stood empty since Reeve left.
00:22:44Your ideal.
00:22:45Leave it to me.
00:22:47You have my word.
00:22:49The guards are all hot-tempered.
00:22:51Can Wren keep them in line?
00:22:53I trust him.
00:22:56You gamble while I'm on duty instead of patrolling?
00:23:01Ignore him.
00:23:02Keep the game going.
00:23:03I'm in.
00:23:03Count me in.
00:23:05I'm your new captain as of today.
00:23:07Do your jobs and obey orders.
00:23:12You're asking for a beating!
00:23:15I'm in!
00:23:17I'm in!
00:23:17Let go!
00:23:18Things were different under Captain Reeve!
00:23:21We've gone for good.
00:23:22No more slapping.
00:23:23You all answer to me now.
00:23:25Do I make myself clear?
00:23:27Let's get clear, sir.
00:23:29Everyone.
00:23:30Understand?
00:23:31Yes, Captain.
00:23:33Gather everyone for assembly at once.
00:23:36Weak, sloverly, you even deserve the title guard?
00:23:39We're guards, not fully trained knights.
00:23:44You've got the biggest mouth here.
00:23:46What are you staring at?
00:23:48Help him up.
00:23:49I'll train you as knights.
00:23:51In a month, each beats three foes alone.
00:23:54A warrior's core is his body.
00:23:55You're all far too scrawny.
00:23:57Lunch is on me.
00:23:58Pick any tavern.
00:24:00Let's go, Captain!
00:24:01Move out!
00:24:05Good day.
00:24:06Royal Trade Inquiry Office.
00:24:08I'm here for your guildmaster.
00:24:11Follow me, please.
00:24:18Captain, what's going on?
00:24:26Captain, what's going on?
00:24:27Go on to lunch.
00:24:29I've got business to sort out.
00:24:35I hope my hunch is wrong.
00:24:40Drake, Royal Trade Inquiry Office.
00:24:44Mr. Drake, what official business brings you here?
00:24:47Everyone knows you forged the Tear of the Deity, a game-changing alchemical concoction.
00:24:52The king should hold it safe, don't you think?
00:24:54No prior notice, Callous Palms.
00:24:55Strange bearing.
00:24:56He's no real official.
00:24:57I trust the king to keep it secure.
00:24:59It would lift much risk from me.
00:25:00Let me brew you tea first.
00:25:02One moment.
00:25:06You're being far too uncooperative.
00:25:17If you won't comply, we can table this official talk for later.
00:25:21Let go of me!
00:25:29I knew that stench the second you walked in.
00:25:35Looks like you ignored my warning from yesterday.
00:25:40It's you.
00:25:46Interesting.
00:25:50But this woman and the Tear of the Deity will be mine, one way or another.
00:26:08Anyone who hurts her or covets the Tear won't live another day.
00:26:15Young and full of arrogance.
00:26:19Just a god.
00:26:24You think you're worthy?
00:26:32I underestimated you.
00:26:33Who sent you?
00:26:34Drake Greer.
00:26:36You don't need to know anything else.
00:26:37I don't waste words on corpses.
00:26:40The Mad Wolf?
00:26:41Undefeated Arena Champion?
00:26:43The Brute who slaughtered hundreds of fighters?
00:26:46It's okay.
00:26:47Trust me.
00:26:48Begging to die?
00:26:50I'll oblige you.
00:26:51Rin!
00:26:52Watch your back!
00:27:08Three seconds.
00:27:10Name your employer.
00:27:16Three seconds.
00:27:18Name your employer.
00:27:21Never thought I'd lose to someone like you.
00:27:24Two.
00:27:26I'm only finishing what Reynold Gray started.
00:27:31Killing me changes nothing.
00:27:33You can't guard her and the Tear alone forever.
00:27:37Lady Catherine, turn away.
00:27:47This, this is only the beginning.
00:27:49I thought you said you could handle yourself.
00:27:54Lady Catherine really is something else.
00:27:57Are you badly hurt?
00:28:01How can you joke at a time like this?
00:28:03Rest easy.
00:28:05I'll keep you and the Tear safe.
00:28:07I'll let your cheeks slide this time, since you protected me.
00:28:10Have someone tidy the study.
00:28:12I need to ride out for a while.
00:28:14What are you planning?
00:28:16Simple payback.
00:28:18Wait!
00:28:23They sent the mad wolf, undefeated.
00:28:26Rin, you're done.
00:28:28Catherine, you'll regret crossing me and beg for mercy soon enough.
00:28:32Lord Gray, you are truly shameless.
00:28:36Rain?
00:28:37Impossible!
00:28:37You should be dead!
00:28:41Rain?
00:28:42Impossible!
00:28:43You should be dead!
00:28:44Hundreds of gray knights, plus powerful, magical wards.
00:28:48How'd you sneak in?
00:28:49That doesn't matter.
00:28:49I'm here to tell you.
00:28:51Slaying the mad wolf, or killing you quietly.
00:28:54Either is easy for me.
00:28:56You think I'll buy that?
00:28:57You're just a minor mage.
00:28:59No one can stop me seizing House Alva.
00:29:02Those sisters are no match for me.
00:29:03And as for you, you belong in the gutter.
00:29:10You dare hit me?
00:29:12Why shouldn't I hit you?
00:29:16House Gray is one of Oster's three great houses.
00:29:19You...
00:29:22Stand further off when you stoop next.
00:29:24You reek.
00:29:30I beg your mercy, my lord.
00:29:33I acted foolishly.
00:29:36House Gray doesn't have the coin to hire Drake.
00:29:38Tell me who's really pulling your strings.
00:29:44I...
00:29:44I...
00:29:45I don't want to die.
00:29:47Let's see.
00:29:49Who dare cross Alva trading in Ostura?
00:29:53Only the three great houses.
00:29:55You.
00:29:56Shadow Guild.
00:29:58And House Moran.
00:30:00If you won't talk,
00:30:02I'll find out myself.
00:30:05Keeping you alive serves no purpose.
00:30:07The Morans!
00:30:08It was the Morans!
00:30:09Go on.
00:30:10The Morans lead the three great houses.
00:30:12A centuries-old mage house with immense wealth and power.
00:30:15The Allied Apothecris Guild serves them.
00:30:17We're all just following orders.
00:30:19The Morans have archmages?
00:30:21Yes!
00:30:22Patriarch Marcus and the House Guardian are both archmages.
00:30:25That's why Lucius gets whatever he wants.
00:30:27The Tyr and Alva trading,
00:30:28no one can stop him.
00:30:29No one dares.
00:30:30Who knew a petty mage house would dare be so arrogant?
00:30:34Spare me.
00:30:35Spare House Gray.
00:30:37We'll stay out of everything.
00:30:39Come here.
00:30:46From now on,
00:30:47you have three days to live.
00:30:49Arrange a meeting with Lucius.
00:30:51I want to talk to him.
00:30:54Alone.
00:30:57Then I'll lift the curse.
00:31:10Lord Moran.
00:31:12Drake is dead.
00:31:14Come see me.
00:31:15Yes.
00:31:22Lord Moran.
00:31:23Wynne killed Drake.
00:31:24He broke straight into my estate
00:31:26and found me.
00:31:27That bastard.
00:31:29You have to...
00:31:30Useless.
00:31:31The tear of the deity will be mine.
00:31:34No one will stop me.
00:31:37But that bastard,
00:31:38he's really strong.
00:31:40And he said
00:31:41he wants to meet you in person.
00:31:44He's got courage.
00:31:45I'll give him that.
00:31:46He's not worthy to duel me,
00:31:48but at least he's got the guts to act.
00:31:50Send an invitation to Catherine
00:31:51noon tomorrow
00:31:53at Glowstone Restaurant.
00:31:54Yes.
00:31:58You're a good, obedient dog.
00:32:16Man.
00:32:17Didn't think I'd meet the Moran heir so soon.
00:32:20Most guards never get this kind of opportunity.
00:32:24This is no time for jokes.
00:32:27House Grey can't rival the Morans.
00:32:29Luicious,
00:32:30their only heir,
00:32:32controls nearly all of their power and fortune.
00:32:35Isn't Renard the Grey's only son, too?
00:32:37Lucius is no fool.
00:32:39He achieved great feats long before coming of age,
00:32:42and he's utterly ruthless.
00:32:43The Moran's control all Apotheres.
00:32:46Anyone who crosses Lucius dies.
00:32:49If we don't hand over the tear of the day at House Alva,
00:32:52we'll be next.
00:32:56He wants the tear and your talent.
00:32:59Are you planning to back down and give it to him?
00:33:03I thought I was ready for anything.
00:33:05But their power is greater than I imagined, so...
00:33:08The tear is the soul of Alva trading.
00:33:11As long as I'm here,
00:33:12no one will take it.
00:33:15No potion is more than human life.
00:33:17I won't risk yours.
00:33:21Trust me.
00:33:22Promise me you won't do anything reckless.
00:33:26As you command, my lady.
00:33:29Hey,
00:33:29you can't go in.
00:33:34Hey,
00:33:35you can't go in.
00:33:40He's with me.
00:33:42Lord Moran said only Guildmaster Catherine is invited.
00:33:46Lord Moran,
00:33:48Wynne is extremely dangerous.
00:33:51He's the biggest obstacle to taking down House Alva.
00:33:54We can't let him live.
00:34:00You send an invitation,
00:34:01yet bar us entry?
00:34:02Lord Moran,
00:34:03that's hardly honorable.
00:34:05My staff was out of line.
00:34:08I invited Lady Catherine here.
00:34:15To discuss a partnership for the tear of the deity.
00:34:19What kind of partnership did you have in mind,
00:34:21Lord Moran?
00:34:22I'm sure you know the power
00:34:23our three houses and
00:34:24Pothetri's Guild hope.
00:34:28The tear will only reach
00:34:30its full power in my hands.
00:34:34I forged the tear.
00:34:35No one knows how to unlock
00:34:37its full power better than me.
00:34:39I greatly admire your talent,
00:34:41yet Alva trading cannot safeguard
00:34:43a great potion like the tear.
00:34:45I believe in Alva trading
00:34:47and my own abilities.
00:34:52Partner with me
00:34:53and Alva trading will reign supreme
00:34:55in three years.
00:34:57And you, Catherine,
00:34:58will be Astera's most powerful matriarch.
00:35:05And how does Lord Moran intend to use the tear?
00:35:07Simple.
00:35:08Sell pure tear to nobles and rich merchants
00:35:11at a high price,
00:35:12diluted batches cheap to the poor.
00:35:15We'll both grow rich.
00:35:17Everyone benefits.
00:35:18I forged the tear to heal the sick,
00:35:21rich or poor,
00:35:22not for profit.
00:35:24What a lovely fairy tale it's been.
00:35:27Suppose I insist Lady Catherine
00:35:28drink this wine all the same?
00:35:36She won't drink it.
00:35:41Rain!
00:35:42Do you know how many golds
00:35:44Lord Moran's robe is worth?
00:35:45You'll die for this!
00:35:48You'll die for this!
00:36:04Adelaine,
00:36:05the high archmist.
00:36:06She's nothing like that useless drake.
00:36:09Is that so?
00:36:18Adelaine,
00:36:22Enough!
00:36:27You're very skilled.
00:36:30Rain, is it?
00:36:32How would you like to join House Moran?
00:36:35Whatever she pays you,
00:36:37the Morans would pay you ten times ten.
00:36:40Lord Moran,
00:36:41that bastard will be nothing but trouble.
00:36:44It's tempting,
00:36:46but
00:36:47I don't work with gutter rats.
00:36:49No one in Ostia
00:36:50has ever spoken to me like this before.
00:36:52You've got quite the nerve.
00:36:55Or do you actually want to die?
00:36:59There's nothing more to discuss.
00:37:01Lady Catherine and I
00:37:02shall take our lead.
00:37:10Let them go.
00:37:12Lord Moran,
00:37:13we can't let them leave!
00:37:20Lucius didn't get the tear.
00:37:22And you humiliated him.
00:37:24He'll probably want you dead.
00:37:25As long as you're safe.
00:37:27Come on.
00:37:27Besides my father,
00:37:29could there truly be a man
00:37:30who'd protect me so selflessly?
00:37:32But that's the Morans.
00:37:34If a choice must be made,
00:37:36I'd give up the tear
00:37:36to say guard my family.
00:37:39Lord Moran,
00:37:40how could you let that bastard leave?
00:37:41I'm going to die tomorrow.
00:37:43No rush.
00:37:44I love watching proud little bastards
00:37:46get on their knees
00:37:47and beg for mercy.
00:37:48But I'm going to die tomorrow!
00:37:50When we made our deal,
00:37:52you swore the Morans get the tear
00:37:54and House Greys seize Alva trading.
00:37:55And now?
00:37:58You failed because of one guard.
00:38:01Ostara has no place left for the Greys.
00:38:14The world has no shortage of ants and trash.
00:38:18My order.
00:38:19Anyone who dares supply the Alvas
00:38:21will be making an enemy of House Moran.
00:38:24And tell Ethel Lester to make her move.
00:38:28Yes.
00:38:38What's wrong?
00:38:39You look upset.
00:38:40We need to move carefully with the tear.
00:38:42One wrong step and it's all over.
00:38:44Don't worry.
00:38:44Just keep moving forward.
00:38:46I've got your back.
00:38:48The Morans are dangerous.
00:38:50You don't have to stay for me.
00:38:51Business?
00:38:52Not my thing.
00:38:53But fighting?
00:38:54No one here beats me.
00:38:55No one's getting to you.
00:38:57Not while I'm standing.
00:39:01What was that for?
00:39:03All right.
00:39:04You can leave now.
00:39:05You are so moody.
00:39:07That's for yesterday.
00:39:08And for making enemies of the Morans on my account.
00:39:12I...
00:39:13Sis, hurry!
00:39:15Something's wrong!
00:39:20Sis!
00:39:21What happened?
00:39:22Our warehouses!
00:39:23All of them!
00:39:24Hit by some unknown thugs!
00:39:26Everything's gone!
00:39:27At a conservative estimate, we've lost 200,000 gold.
00:39:32Do we know who did it?
00:39:34They didn't even try to hide it.
00:39:36Still don't know who, though.
00:39:38Fine.
00:39:38Contact the guild.
00:39:40Restock.
00:39:40200,000 gold.
00:39:42We can take the hit.
00:39:42I already tried.
00:39:44Every guild in Ostera, they all turned us down.
00:39:46Lady Catherine!
00:39:47The Moranes!
00:39:48They've cut off all our contracts!
00:39:50Every shop in the city, shut down!
00:39:51Don't panic.
00:39:53We'll find a way.
00:39:55Oh, there's a way, all right.
00:39:58Shadowginged, you stole our raw materials.
00:40:00Nothing to do with us.
00:40:01We're just delivering a message from Guildmaster Leicester.
00:40:05Guildmaster Leicester says you have three days.
00:40:07Hand the tear over to the Moranos and Alva's other patented potions,
00:40:10plus you two sisters, belong to the Shadow Guild.
00:40:13You scoundrels!
00:40:14You scoundrels!
00:40:15And if we refuse?
00:40:16Refuse?
00:40:18Well then, I'm afraid neither your company nor the tail will survive.
00:40:24The Leicesters are old blood.
00:40:26The Shadow Guild has claws.
00:40:27Why bow to the Morans?
00:40:28My words won't change a thing.
00:40:30Guildmaster Leicester and the Morans' old friends.
00:40:33And the deal?
00:40:34It's good for all of us.
00:40:36Guilda Catherine, instead of worrying about us, you'd better figure out what's next for Alva trading.
00:40:40Go!
00:40:41Sis, if this keeps up, the company is finished!
00:40:44Luicius, he was cut off all our trade contracts.
00:40:47Leicester stole our raw materials and came here to threaten us.
00:40:50They want to destroy us.
00:40:52What if their Guildmaster dies?
00:40:55Would that solve half our problems?
00:40:56Are you insane?
00:40:57What are you going to do?
00:40:58Don't be reckless.
00:40:59We need to think this through carefully.
00:41:01Just kidding.
00:41:01You two work it out.
00:41:03I'm hitting the tavern.
00:41:10Ma'am, want to hear some big news?
00:41:20Good heavens!
00:41:22Is this real?
00:41:23Check the public bulletin tomorrow.
00:41:28I took care of that useless Gerald Gray.
00:41:30House Gray's assets are yours now.
00:41:32A pleasure doing business with you, Lord Moran.
00:41:35Whatever you need, I'll make sure you're satisfied.
00:41:38Dragon Bone Leaf Rolls, Silver Frost Reserve.
00:41:40You really smoke something this harsh every day?
00:41:46Who are you?
00:41:47How did you get up here?
00:41:48Ren Black.
00:41:49I came through the window.
00:41:53You're that little guard who killed Drake?
00:41:55That's right.
00:41:56The Shadow Guild is full of useless trash, though.
00:41:59No wonder the security at the Grey Estates was so pathetic.
00:42:01You're far too old to act like a petty bandit.
00:42:03Have you no shame?
00:42:04Hand back all you stole from Alva Trading and I'll grant you a swift end.
00:42:08The Shadow Guild controls over half of Austria's underworld, and it's all because of me.
00:42:13I've seen too many cocky young men like you think they're tough.
00:42:16They all end up very badly.
00:42:18Almost forgot to mention, before I slipped in, I cut every messaging run-em and trap circuit in this room.
00:42:25Summon your lackeys all you like.
00:42:27They won't save you, even if they arrive.
00:42:30But I just activated the Poison Mist Array.
00:42:32Without the antidote, no matter how powerful your magic is, you'll die.
00:42:36This Poison Mist is colorless and odorless.
00:42:38Are you trying to get yourself killed?
00:42:40Black Manduk Powder.
00:42:41Decent concentration, paralyzes the nervous system gradually, then kills you within three minutes.
00:42:46You can smell it?
00:42:48Yes.
00:42:49Why aren't you affected?
00:42:51Because I'm immune to poison.
00:42:54If poison won't kill you, what about a crossbow bolt?
00:43:08Impossible.
00:43:09That's impossible.
00:43:12What are you?
00:43:13No.
00:43:14You're a monster.
00:43:16Rude.
00:43:17I dodge a crossbow bolt and I'm a monster?
00:43:19You're the monster here.
00:43:23What are you doing?
00:43:24Release me!
00:43:25I'm no worthless cur of House Grey.
00:43:27Slay me and the Shadow Gig will slaughter your entire family.
00:43:30And Alba trading, everyone will die.
00:43:31If you can actually help me find my family, I might even thank you for it.
00:43:35Don't kill me!
00:43:35I can help you!
00:43:36You can't take on the Moran family alone!
00:43:38No thanks.
00:43:39Tell Lucius Moran hello for me when you see him in the afterlife.
00:43:42Tell him I'm coming.
00:43:51Did the Guildmaster really fall from the tower?
00:43:54Your brain is garbage!
00:43:59One day to return all cargo.
00:44:01Miss one crate and the Shadow Guild ceases to exist!
00:44:13Vice-Captain!
00:44:14We found the Guildmaster's body at the base of the tower.
00:44:17Looks like he fell from the study.
00:44:22Tomorrow.
00:44:24Gather everyone in the Guild.
00:44:26We're going to the Alba Trading Company.
00:44:31Breaking news.
00:44:33Shadow Gang leader Ethel Lester has died after falling from the tower.
00:44:37Vice-Captain Raymond Thorne has taken full control of the gang.
00:44:42Did...
00:44:43Did you do this?
00:44:44Sister, you give him too much credit.
00:44:46One man killing someone at Shadow Gang headquarters?
00:44:49Impossible!
00:44:50See?
00:44:50Someone's got sense.
00:44:52The Morans control the entire pathetary industry in Austria.
00:44:55The Shadow Gang was just a paw.
00:44:57Lucius Moran won't give up on the tear of the deity.
00:44:59Speaking of which, I heard the Morans have a lot of mages.
00:45:02How strong are they, roughly?
00:45:04They have a house guardian mages, said to be on the verge of becoming a Grand Archmist.
00:45:07And the Patriarch Marcus Moran is a Saint-Level-Out Archmist.
00:45:11That explains it.
00:45:12That's why Lucius Moran is so violent.
00:45:15You heard me.
00:45:15You have to be extremely careful.
00:45:19All right, all right.
00:45:20You've said that a million times.
00:45:22Relax.
00:45:23Boss!
00:45:24Guildmaster!
00:45:25The Shadow Gang has surrounded the castle.
00:45:27They're demanding you come out.
00:45:29What?
00:45:36Did you really do this?
00:45:41Come on.
00:45:42Let's go see.
00:46:01They showed up and didn't say anything at first.
00:46:04Just demanded to see you and the Guildmaster.
00:46:06We've been stuck here a while.
00:46:08So many folks.
00:46:09Looks like the entire Shadow Guild turned up.
00:46:12Did you really kill Ethel Lester?
00:46:15Calm down.
00:46:17The Shadow Gang has surrounded the company.
00:46:18What do you want?
00:46:19I think Alva Trading owes the Shadow Gang an explanation.
00:46:23What do you mean?
00:46:26You sure about that?
00:46:44Come at me all at once.
00:46:46Hold your ground.
00:46:47They outnumber us heavily.
00:46:50Mr. Raymond, we can talk this through.
00:46:53There's nothing to talk about.
00:46:55Everyone!
00:47:02Mr. Rayne, please let the Shadow Gig serve you.
00:47:09What's this about?
00:47:10Mr. Ryn, I can tell you're a great man.
00:47:12So I want to pledge the entire Shadow Gang to your servant.
00:47:16What is the meaning of this?
00:47:17All alchemical raw materials seized from Alva Trading have been returned.
00:47:21To show good faith, we've doubled the quantity.
00:47:23You may verify this if you doubt me.
00:47:29Mr. Ryn, from now on, the Shadow Gang answers only to you and Lady Catherine.
00:47:34Glory to Mr. Ryn and Lady Catherine!
00:47:39I checked.
00:47:40It's indeed doubled.
00:47:42What's your relationship with House Moran?
00:47:43What kind of deal did you have?
00:47:44That's just how the great houses operate.
00:47:47It's all about money.
00:47:48The deal was the Morans wanted the tier, so they used us to pressure Alva Trading.
00:47:51But you have my word, Mr. Ryn.
00:47:53Now that we've sworn loyalty to you, the Shadow Guild will cut all ties with the Morans.
00:47:57Very well.
00:47:58Perfect chance to expand my guard unit.
00:48:01Turn the Shadow Gang into guards?
00:48:02Would they even go for that?
00:48:04No problem at all!
00:48:06Whatever Mr. Wen says, we'll do it!
00:48:13Spit it out.
00:48:14Who are you really?
00:48:16From how Raymond's acting, Ethel's death definitely has something to do with you.
00:48:21I'm just a guard.
00:48:24Maybe Raymond just decided to turn over a new lead?
00:48:26In the Morans' eyes, Raymond swearing allegiance to us is a declaration of war.
00:48:31You'll be in even more danger now.
00:48:34As long as you're safe, that's all that matters.
00:48:36If they want trouble, they can come find me.
00:48:41Liar.
00:48:44I'm thirsty!
00:48:46Go get me a cup of black tea!
00:48:50Don't you have maids for that?
00:48:52Aren't you the guard?
00:48:53You want your pay docked for disobeying?
00:49:00No way.
00:49:01You don't pay me.
00:49:03Hey, you!
00:49:08Guildmaster.
00:49:10What is it?
00:49:11A representative from House Moore is here.
00:49:13They're demanding an emergency council meeting right now!
00:49:15Already?
00:49:22The Shadow Guild has surrounded the castle.
00:49:25The fall of House Grey was a warning to us.
00:49:28What do we do?
00:49:33Let's wait a little longer.
00:49:35No more waiting!
00:49:36If the Morans don't get a satisfactory answer today, the Alva Trading Company will be finished
00:49:42by tonight.
00:49:49She's right.
00:49:51There's only one path for the Alva Trading Company now, and that is to surrender.
00:49:58Lady Hazelfield helped found this company with the old Guildmaster, they say, if even she
00:50:02says so.
00:50:03Given the company's current state, aligning with the Morans is the only way to survive
00:50:07and grow.
00:50:08Lady Hazelstead, a company grows through strength, not by groveling to someone else.
00:50:13Lady Catherine, are you sure you want to risk everyone's future in the company so recklessly?
00:50:17I helped your father build this company before you were even born.
00:50:21I will not let it be destroyed by you!
00:50:25Guildmaster Catherine, if you want to save the company, you'll use the tear of the deity
00:50:29as your dowry.
00:50:30You and the formula will both go to House Moran.
00:50:34I won't hand over the tear, and I will never marry Lucius Moran.
00:50:39Everyone who crosses the Morans dies.
00:50:41Do you want all of us to die, too?
00:50:44The Shadow King is right outside!
00:50:46The company is going bankrupt!
00:50:49What good is dignity with no money?
00:50:51Exactly.
00:50:52You've got it wrong about the Shadow King!
00:50:54Raymond came to join the Alva Trading Company!
00:51:02Has the stress added your mind, child?
00:51:05Why would the Shadow Guild follow a woman?
00:51:08You think we'll believe a few empty words?
00:51:11It's true.
00:51:12Enough!
00:51:12The Shadow Guild could destroy a dozen Alva Trading Companies.
00:51:16Luatius is a great man.
00:51:17He's more than good enough for you.
00:51:19Catherine, you're just a woman.
00:51:21You shouldn't be running a company.
00:51:23Marry Lord Lucius, bear his children, and be a noble lady.
00:51:25That's your place.
00:51:26Then why don't you marry him?
00:51:31Raymond Thorne!
00:51:38Captain Raymond was heading to the guard quarters.
00:51:40I was showing him the way.
00:51:51From today onward, the Shadow King falls under the Alva Trading Company guards' jurisdiction.
00:51:57Anyone who harms Guildmaster Catherine is an enemy of the Shadow King.
00:52:02Raymond Thorne!
00:52:03How dare you betray the Moran-
00:52:06Catherine, you're signing your death, Laurent.
00:52:09You've crossed the Morans.
00:52:11You're finished.
00:52:13I'm withdrawing from the Alva Trading Company.
00:52:17We're out too.
00:52:19Yeah, all of us.
00:52:22Not hear what I said!
00:52:24What?
00:52:25What?
00:52:29What?
00:52:29What?
00:52:31What?
00:52:31What?
00:52:32What?
00:52:32What?
00:52:32What?
00:52:32What?
00:52:33What?
00:52:33Fine, Raymond Thorne.
00:52:36The Morans won't let you get away with this.
00:52:40The Shadow Guild is doomed!
00:52:44Damn it!
00:52:47Alva Trading is doomed!
00:52:52You've all lost your minds.
00:52:57Catherine, I don't care how much gold you paid Raymond.
00:53:03You've made an enemy of the Morans.
00:53:05Not even the Shadow League can save you.
00:53:08Then let them come for you.
00:53:09And if they don't, I'll go for them.
00:53:11You're talking nonsense!
00:53:12You worthless bodyguard!
00:53:14I'll have you thrown out this instant!
00:53:16Rin is my bodyguard.
00:53:18Who are you throwing out?
00:53:21Enough!
00:53:22Alva Trading is doomed!
00:53:24Exactly.
00:53:25We crossed the Moranans.
00:53:27What are we going to do?
00:53:29I give you all my word.
00:53:31The Alva Trading Company will be back on its feet very soon.
00:53:36And why should we believe you?
00:53:39We'll sign a wager contract.
00:53:40I will rebuild the Alva Trading Company within six hours.
00:53:44If I lose, I will step down as Guildmaster.
00:53:48Fine.
00:53:50If you lose, you hand over the Tear of the Deity formula and get out of House Alva.
00:53:59Deal.
00:54:01In that case, let's add one more term to the bet.
00:54:06If Guildmaster Catherine wins, all of you hand over your company shares.
00:54:13Get out.
00:54:17Hand over all your shares and get out.
00:54:23What could you possibly do in six hours?
00:54:26Yeah, what could you possibly accomplish in six hours?
00:54:30We know far more about business than the two of you ever will.
00:54:49Catherine, don't blame your uncle for this.
00:54:54Six hours.
00:54:56Six hours.
00:55:04This is upsetting you, isn't it?
00:55:06They're all founding elders.
00:55:08They built this company with my father, step by step.
00:55:12They watched me grow up.
00:55:14And now...
00:55:15Without these spinless elders, running the company will be easier for you.
00:55:19Don't be sad.
00:55:21You're right.
00:55:25I will save the Alva Trading Company.
00:55:30I will save the Alva Trading Company.
00:55:33You already have a plan?
00:55:39I will save the Alva Trading Company.
00:56:01I will save the Alva Trading Company.
00:56:03I will save them for you.
00:56:04Whenever Iζ up my wife or daughter, I will save them back.
00:56:05Bye.
00:56:05Bye.
00:56:07Bye.
00:56:12Bye.
00:56:13Bye.
00:56:13Bye.
00:56:13Bye.
00:56:14Bye.
00:56:15Bye.
00:56:15Bye.
00:56:23It's finally over.
00:56:32Catherine, you should have heeded me.
00:56:35Regretting it now?
00:56:36Exactly. You still lost in the end, didn't you?
00:56:38Are you sure? You've won.
00:56:41Guildmaster! All our trade contracts have been restored.
00:56:44Order volume is already bouncing back.
00:57:00It really is back.
00:57:02How is this possible?
00:57:04Raymond returned all the goods and now safeguard trade routes.
00:57:07Our production lines are back up.
00:57:09And the tier has taken the city by storm. That's why orders are flooding in.
00:57:14Just divine favor. Don't mistake luck for skill.
00:57:22What do you want to do?
00:57:25The bet is over. Our guildmaster won. Now honor the contract.
00:57:32Catherine, we all watched you grow up. Do you really have to do this?
00:57:37We only ever wanted what's best for you, and this is how you repay us?
00:57:41From the very beginning, you've yielded to the Morrans time and again.
00:57:44Do you act for the good of House Alva, or merely for House Moran?
00:57:47Even your father never spoke to me like this.
00:57:50Open this door right now and let us out.
00:57:52Open the door.
00:57:53Escort me down, please, personally.
00:57:55Or else...
00:58:00If you don't honor the contract, I'll throw every last one of you out the window.
00:58:11Catherine Alva, you'll regret this.
00:58:13The Alva Trading Company will be the death of you all!
00:58:28Rin.
00:58:29Hmm?
00:58:31Come closer.
00:58:34A little closer.
00:58:46Come, back to the Manon.
00:58:49Come, back to the Manon.
00:59:03You're saying...
00:59:07Raymond Thorn has defected to Catherine Alva?
00:59:10Yes.
00:59:11Catherine used the tear to stabilize all their trade contracts.
00:59:17Lord Moran, this was all Rin Black's doing.
00:59:20To pull all this off.
00:59:23Rin Black is quite formidable.
00:59:28Go yourself.
00:59:29Pay Raymond Thorn a visit.
00:59:35Yes.
00:59:43I'm going to change first.
00:59:45Tell the kitchens to prepare a midnight feast for us tonight.
00:59:52Rest yourself as well.
00:59:54Name whatever you want.
00:59:55I'll make it.
00:59:57You've worn yourself out today.
00:59:59Shall I send for fair from the nearby tavern?
01:00:02I just watched you two work.
01:00:04Didn't really do much.
01:00:05There's a cook, Aunt Winnie, at the old Alva State.
01:00:08I'll send for her sometime soon.
01:00:10All right.
01:00:16Mr. Wren, help!
01:00:19What's wrong?
01:00:21Nothing.
01:00:22I have to go out for a bit.
01:00:24Don't leave the estate.
01:00:25Stay safe.
01:00:26You stay safe, too.
01:00:29Hmm.
01:00:42Mr. Wren, you're here.
01:00:47Lucius Moran did this.
01:00:49He demanded I surrender nine-tenths of the Grey Shadow King's profits as compensation.
01:00:54Only then would he spare my life.
01:00:58He also told me,
01:01:00Do not mistake Wren's strength for proof we can stand against House Moran.
01:01:05What else?
01:01:07And he gave me three hours to decide.
01:01:10Go back to serving the Morans.
01:01:12Or be wiped out entirely.
01:01:21Three hours should be enough to take care of Lucius Moran.
01:01:29Three hours should be enough to take care of Lucius Moran.
01:01:35But, Mr. Wren, I know you're incredibly strong, and killing Lucius Moran might be easy, yet those who serve beside
01:01:42him are formidable.
01:01:44Oh?
01:01:46His personal mage, Adelaide Nolan, High Archmage, and Harold Moran, the House Guardian.
01:01:53He is a Grand Archmage!
01:01:55What else?
01:01:56And Patriarch Marcus Morone.
01:01:58He was already a Grand Archmage ten years ago.
01:02:01After all this time, he must be a Saint Archmage by now!
01:02:07Got it.
01:02:08You got anything to eat?
01:02:09I'm starving.
01:02:11You...
01:02:12Mr. Wreck is so powerful.
01:02:14He must have backup.
01:02:15That's why he's so calm.
01:02:17Makes sense.
01:02:19Off you go.
01:02:20Hurry and fetch food.
01:02:29Mr. Wren, when shall our reinforcements arrive?
01:02:34What reinforcements?
01:02:36Mr. Wren, he's a Grand Archmage!
01:02:40A Grand Archmage can take on ten High Archmaces at once and win!
01:02:46You're so calm.
01:02:47You do have backup, right?
01:02:50Nope.
01:02:53We're finished.
01:02:54One man against all of them?
01:02:56We don't stand a chance!
01:03:01Mr. Wren, I'm getting out of here!
01:03:03You should run too!
01:03:05Too late to run now!
01:03:14Too late to run now.
01:03:18Lord Moron, I...
01:03:21You're the Elder here.
01:03:22Do not kneel to your junior.
01:03:24No.
01:03:26Mr. Wren, I know you're very capable.
01:03:28If the whole Grey Shadow Ging were here, maybe we'd stand a chance.
01:03:32Yet only the two of us remain.
01:03:35We can't take them on.
01:03:37It's only the Morons.
01:03:39Nothing to fear.
01:03:40Just?
01:03:41In all of Austria, only dead people dare look down on the Moron.
01:03:46Four High Archmaesters?
01:03:49I didn't bring any magical weapons, Mr. Wren.
01:03:52He's at most a High Archmaster, and he's alone.
01:03:55You think weapons are the problem here?
01:03:59Kill him.
01:04:02Who says we don't have weapons?
01:04:05I don't have weapons.
01:04:09Lord Moron, your men are useless.
01:04:15Lord Moron, your men are useless.
01:04:19You will die for this.
01:04:23I told you before, I don't play with gutter rats.
01:04:28The Morons have attacked the Alva Trading Company multiple times, and you had my man beaten.
01:04:34How are you going to compensate for that?
01:04:39Then how do you want to settle this?
01:04:42The Shadow Ging answers to me now.
01:04:44So take your men and get out.
01:04:47Bow to us respectfully when you see us from now on, and maybe I'll let you keep living.
01:04:53Ha!
01:04:54Bold words.
01:04:56Whoever kills him gets a million gold!
01:04:59Kill him!
01:05:00A million gold!
01:05:03Mr. Wren, you have to go!
01:05:05He's got nothing left to throw.
01:05:07Everyone, rush him!
01:05:09Tear him apart!
01:05:12Who said I only use cheap tricks like that?
01:05:15Kill him!
01:05:17Kill him!
01:05:32You dare!
01:05:35Kill him!
01:05:59Dragonfire Blade!
01:06:01Tempered in dragonfire!
01:06:03Adelaide Nolan, slow three peer archmates to claim mage renown!
01:06:08You were right about one thing.
01:06:10This farce ends now.
01:06:15Ah!
01:06:27Impossible!
01:06:28Impossible!
01:06:40In just a few minutes.
01:06:42No!
01:06:43How is this possible?
01:06:45Die!
01:06:52Raymond, get over here.
01:06:57Ren Black!
01:06:58You bastard!
01:07:00I'll slaughter your entire family!
01:07:03Then you'll be disappointed.
01:07:06Even I don't know where my parents are.
01:07:08Mr. Wren, maybe we should just let this go?
01:07:12What?
01:07:13He threatened to kill your whole family, and you want to let it go?
01:07:18Come on.
01:07:20Come on.
01:07:20Strip him.
01:07:22What?
01:07:28Mr. Wren, is this really necessary?
01:07:31Wren Black!
01:07:33Let go of me!
01:07:34What if he tries to kill you later?
01:07:37What then?
01:07:38And I'll test your needle.
01:07:40See if you're worthy of following me.
01:07:43He's helpless now.
01:07:44The chance is yours.
01:07:46Whether you seize it, rests on you alone.
01:07:51Raymond Thorn!
01:07:52If you dare lay a hand on me, I will kill you!
01:07:58What means have you to stop me?
01:08:00Wren Black, I'll not forget this.
01:08:03Mark my word, vengeance will be mine.
01:08:08I'll be waiting.
01:08:10You got the guts?
01:08:17Wait!
01:08:25Let me go!
01:08:26I'll kill you both!
01:08:27Shut your mouth!
01:08:29I'll put your name all over the royal bulletins!
01:08:37Oh!
01:08:45You are?
01:08:48Forgive my tardancy, young lord.
01:08:52Uncle Harold!
01:08:53Kill them now!
01:08:55And destroy all those recordings!
01:08:58As you command, Mr. Wynne.
01:09:00Harold Moran has practiced magic for decades.
01:09:02Second only for Marcus Moran in Osterer.
01:09:04He's nearly a saint archmajor.
01:09:06You've great talent, young man.
01:09:08But your hubris led you to taunt House Moran's heir.
01:09:11Lucius Moran struck first.
01:09:13I have recorded evidence.
01:09:15House Moran must pay me a minimum of five million gold at compensation.
01:09:20A arrogant wielder!
01:09:21No!
01:09:36His magic power is even greater than mine.
01:09:41Uncle Harold!
01:09:42Kill him!
01:09:43Quick!
01:09:44Fight on, and I'll match you.
01:09:45Surrender ten million gold, and I'll burn the recordings.
01:09:48You said five million a moment ago!
01:09:51Twenty million.
01:09:52Mr. Wynne, is now really the time for this?
01:09:55Thirty million.
01:09:57Have you lost your mind?
01:10:01Thirty million!
01:10:02Deal!
01:10:04Deal.
01:10:05Uncle Harold, why are you paying him?
01:10:06Just kill them!
01:10:07You can't kill him.
01:10:08We'd only perish together.
01:10:09House Moraner cannot be risked.
01:10:11The recordings matter most.
01:10:30Young man, to make an enemy of House Moran is no act of wisdom.
01:10:35Is House Moran being wise making an enemy of me?
01:10:44Whoa, that terrified me!
01:10:46When did Harold Moran get so easy to talk to?
01:10:49He lacks the power.
01:10:50He's no grounds for anger.
01:10:55Uncle Harold, what's wrong?
01:10:56I'm fine.
01:10:57He just wounded me slightly.
01:10:59He's just a lowborn High Archmish.
01:11:01How could he wound you?
01:11:02That's just a front.
01:11:03Killing him would be extremely troublesome.
01:11:06Then mobilize every force Pham Moran has.
01:11:08Surely we can kill him?
01:11:09Let us first uncover his true identity.
01:11:12Then decide our course of action.
01:11:24Have the Shadow Gang members settled in?
01:11:26Raymond's got them working hard with the guard detail.
01:11:29They're just scared you'll beat them again.
01:11:30The Morans have gone quiet for now, but Lucius won't let this go.
01:11:34I know.
01:11:36There's still time left before the three months my Master spoke of.
01:11:39Until then, I'll stay right here.
01:11:41When the seal finally breaks, whatever you learn about your origins...
01:11:45It doesn't matter who I am, where I came from.
01:11:49As long as I'm here, no one will hurt you.
01:12:08I don't know what it is.