Wei'en sized him up for a moment, then said flatly, "According to the Secret Investigation Department's regulations, you can only learn about the situation by reviewing the case files."
"This is an urgent matter. Count Ernst is waiting for a report," the middle-aged nobleman said, the threat in his voice obvious.
"Then please have the Count contact Director Ales."
Having just survived a battle, the massive boost in his strength gave Wei'en a surge of confidence.
'The entire Caster City State could be turned into a living hell, and you're still trying to pull rank with the Noble Committee? Are you an idiot?'
"Apologies, Sir Yaro, for interrupting. This area needs to be secured. If you wouldn't mind, please wait to the side."
The deputy commander of the Ruer District City Guard, Gaid, clearly had no patience for the nobleman. Without waiting for a reply, he had two City Guardsmen lead him away.
