บท 146: Prophecies and Delusions

Leon had returned to the chamberlain's room, holding something behind him. He was wearing a more somber expression than usual.

"You tend to brood a lot, my friend. Like you always carry the whole weight of the world on your back. Hahaha!"

Saluki seemed to be waiting for him, as he sat on his pile of gold like some dragon hoarding riches in its cave. He was still sipping red wine as always, but….

There was another filled wine glass on his side. He took it delicately and offered it to Leon.

"Shall we continue our little exchange? After you return what's mine, of course."

"Does this count as a truth of yours?" Leon said, as he revealed the box.

Saluki nodded. "Your observation skills are really supernatural. Yes, that is my 6th truth. Now you must return a new truth in exchange."

Leon frowned as he took the wine glass, and gave the box to him.

"Explain first, then I'll drink this." He said as he stared at the liquid.