They all call me Great Master

Baron Kemir?

Not Cotton?

Surprise emerged in the eyes of the people around the dining table, but not a single one doubted what Arthur had said.

There had been too many prior hints, leading them to fully believe in Arthur's words.

Even Marinda was no exception.

This lady believed Arthur would not lie about such a matter.

Just as she firmly believed that Arthur's target was Baron Kemir.

That's right!

It was Baron Kemir!

As Arthur uttered the baron's honorable title, this lady knew what Arthur intended to do!

Because...

This was also the reason she chose Baron Kemir!

You see, in South Los, aside from the irreplaceable Earl, the remaining four barons and seven lords scattered throughout the South Los Territory were not indispensable.

At any time, a small change could reduce these noble families to history.

Just like that "Viscount Primo."

This "Viscount Primo" was the only viscount within the South Los Territory, held considerable prestige, was adept at managing his own industries, and had three offspring who all successfully underwent the Awakening. However, with the outbreak of the Seven Years' War, the entire Primo Family was killed in battle, including the women, all dying on the front lines.

For this, the Earl of South Los specially erected a monument and wrote a biography on the estate of the former Viscount Primo, praising the viscount's achievements.

Then...

He annexed all of the Viscount Primo's land, servants, and ships into the South Los Family.

No one would say anything.

Because this was one of the traditional practices of nobility.

What existed was only envy.

What existed was that ever-growing...

Ambition!

And thus, Marinda found room to maneuver with the "baronial title"!

Among the four barons, aside from Kemir who was a dud, the current baron of the "Harold Family" was similar to Kemir, also a dud and similarly childless, but his territory was closer to South Los, and he was even more reclusive—this man was originally Marinda's target, but after in-depth investigation, she ultimately chose Baron Kemir.

Because it was only after her investigation that she discovered that Baron Kemir's house had a precious collection related to "Master Hercules' Diary"!

Marinda considered her investigation absolutely covert, convinced that even the remaining two barons, "Baron Korol" and "Baron Hausman," would be unable to detect anything amiss.

But now, Arthur had found out. Enjoy more content from My Virtual Library Empire

No!

It should be said that the "Kledos Family" had found out!

"I knew there was more to inviting me to the so-called New House Salon—Arthur, you've finally shown your true colors!"

Marinda was not angry.

In fact, she even felt a hint of relief.

Because after recalling the entire process of the investigation, she could confirm that she would not be discovered.

Even the "Kledos Family" would not be able to find out.

Unless there was a Divine Spirit within the "Kledos Family."

But how could that be possible?

Discarding that possibility, only one remained: the "Kledos Family" had long since discovered the precious collection related to "Master Hercules' Diary" in Baron Kemir's house, but due to their own family's need to keep a low profile, could not take action, and as a result...

She had gotten there first!

This made the "Kledos Family" very discontented... no, it should be said that it made Arthur very discontented. Therefore, Arthur created the current "New House Salon," intending to prove to her that "she was just lucky," nothing more.

"Heh, how naive!"

With this in mind, the look Marinda gave Arthur was filled with mockery and joy.

She, at last, had won a round!

Arthur immediately felt such a gaze.

"What is this woman thinking now?"

Arthur wondered, though his face remained impassive.

Why was he able to know these things?

Because he "saw" them!

Just today, when he came back to No. 2 Cork Street and was about to catch up on some sleep, he sensed a "distinctive Aura of Death" passing by the door, and without delay, Wuni followed it.

Then, he "saw" Grandma Andor with that shadow.

Saw Grandma Andor kill the proprietor of Patrick Bookstore.

Saw Grandma Andor kill the editor-in-chief of the Horn Report, Comms.

Arthur did not stop her.

Just as he did not stop the original sin that occurred, he believed he also had no right to stop revenge—the "justice" possessed by the young Spirit Medium was different from that of those "Great Detectives."

If things had reached this point, Arthur would have certainly continued his nap.

But what followed made Arthur think he should have held the "New House Salon" ahead of time.

It also led him to choose Grandma Andor as the chef for this salon.

She must have been on her guard, but she did not tamper with the food, which increased Arthur's favorable impression of her.

Watching Grandma Andor shake her head repeatedly, unwillingly to admit, Arthur gestured lightly—

"Baron Kemir, how much longer do you intend to hide in the shadows?"

At Arthur's words, Kuliqi spat a mouthful of "Deathly Fire" at the black figure, resulting in an immediate, loud wail that grew even louder.

Simultaneously, the black smoke veiling the figure's face dissipated under the deep blue flames.

Everyone saw a gaunt-faced old man.

The moment they saw him, Grandma Andor had already fallen to the ground, her eyes brimming with thick despair, and she kept repeating—

"Impossible! This is impossible!

I clearly saw Cotton!

It was Cotton!

Not Baron Kemir!"

The murmuring figure of Grandma Andor moved Linda to compassion.

This member of the Kledos Family walked over to help the old woman up.

"Grandma, some lost souls possess the ability to Transfigure," Linda explained.

Following the "Awakening of the Kledos Family Bloodline," the old butler Oer had told her more, including about the undead.

Most lost souls can't physically harm humans, fear sunlight, fire, and even a strong wind can scatter them.

But a few special lost souls exist like evil spirits.

They can affect temperature, move objects, pass through walls, possess bodies, alter others, and cause real harm to people.

Clearly, Baron Kemir was one such entity.

Grandma Andor heard Linda's explanation, but such an explanation only deepened the old woman's despair.

Meanwhile, Baron Kemir, under the scorching "Deathly Fire," shouted loudly—

"What's wrong with wanting to awaken my bloodline?

The mistake was just a slight miscalculation!

My 'resurrection from death' proves it!

Now!

What's wrong with continuing?

I am a noble!

I rightfully deserve these privileges!"

Such words disgusted Arthur.

Sensing his master's feelings, Kuliqi bit off the man's head in one go.

Instantly, Baron Kemir dissipated into a unique 'Aura of Death' that slowly gathered toward Arthur's hand.

The hall quieted down immediately.

The only sound was Grandma Andor's muttering—

"Cotton, Cotton."

Seeing Grandma Andor's state moved everyone's hearts, and Malz gave a solemn bow towards Marinda.

"Please let Nicole see the real Cotton!"

Marinda, known as the 'Lady of the Long Night,' a domain where the undead find eternal rest.

The old sheriff had seen Marinda command spirits.

Therefore, the old sheriff believed this lady could help his comrade's fiancée.

The sheriff's words at that moment reminded those present.

"Miss Caesar, if possible, please help Grandma Andor," said Scott, the first to speak, followed by a deep bow.

Haywood, Wiggins, and Kuke followed suit.

Linda also looked over with hopeful eyes.

As everyone spoke, new hope appeared in Grandma Andor's eyes, and the fallen old woman crawled toward Marinda, prostrating before her, raising her head and pleading—

"I know this is a lot to ask, but I am willing to give anything in exchange, my life, my soul, everything I have, it's all available!

Please let me see Cotton!"

As everyone watched and listened to Grandma Andor's words, Marinda was conflicted.

Because she couldn't do it.

She was known as the 'Lady of the Long Night.'

But only in name, she didn't have the powers of the 'Daughter of the Grim Reaper' as the rumors suggested.

At this moment, the lady didn't even dare to meet Grandma Andor's eyes.

While the lady was thinking of how to let Grandma Andor down as gently as possible without damaging her own reputation, the young Spirit Medium, with a calm expression, set down the Orange Cat at his feet and walked over. He glanced at Marinda and finally rested his eyes on Grandma Andor, saying softly—

"How about, I give it a try?"