บท 284: One-Armed Seika

"What do I get in return?" Arthur asked after a short pause. He couldn't say he was happy about the method they would use, but his choices were limited. "And how do I know I can trust you? 

"The rewards are simple, you'll become a free citizen of the Freda Kingdom. That includes getting rid of that gem on your hand." Traitor said before standing next to Arthur. "As for trust, you should trust our King, not me." 

Traitor's eyes were clear, unstained by anything such as greed or shrewdness. They held firm conviction, but Arthur didn't know in what exactly. Of course, that was just how he felt about them. Eyes couldn't talk, only actions could. 

"What do I need to do?" Arthur asked and Traitor touched his remaining right arm. Light seeped into it like before, and a new mark appeared.