Chapter 163: Chapter 163. Chain Quest

"If you don't mind me asking, what's so special about this fragmented piece?" Jack couldn't help his curiosity.

Duke Alfredo did not give any response after hearing the question.

Afraid that he might have overstepped the boundaries, Jack immediately said, "I'm sorry if my question has offended Your Grace, I beg for your forgiveness."

The Duke waved him off, "You have helped me in resolving this matter, so I guess I do owe you an explanation."

"I will excuse myself first then," Captain Salem said.

"No, you should hear about this as well. You are one of the officers among whom I trust within this Kingdom."

The Captain felt appreciated hearing the Duke's words.

"You both know about the Duchess' condition, don't you?"

Jack and the Captain nodded.

"She was not always in that state. She used to be a powerful sorceress, one that was even more powerful than me."