Duanmu Huai knew nothing about everything that was happening underground in the royal city at this moment. He was still working for the Huoshan Residence and keeping in touch with other people.

Ogis is still adapting to her body under the guidance of Lani, and Bambi and Melphie are still tracking the whereabouts of Mystrina. Fortunately, they have learned well since then, and they have learned every place they go.

They would go to the wandering merchants there to inquire about the situation, and according to what these wandering merchants said, Mystrina seemed to have escorted the girl to the royal city...

On the contrary, Lorena is the most relaxed and at ease. She said that she is currently practicing in the Holy Snowfield - well, for this missionary priest, the snowfield, a place with cold weather and a plateau, seems to be very suitable for training.

.And according to what she said, Lorena seemed to have met a very interesting friend in the Holy Snowfield...

Well, Duanmuhuai can imagine this girl running a marathon on the snow with nothing to do. I have to say that it really suits her.

It is not very difficult for Duanmu Huai to deal with the enemies on the list. In fact, with his current strength, he can basically kill those soldiers easily and instantly.

Originally, Duanmuhuai planned to bring a head or an ear as a token, but those people disappeared into ashes after death. Originally, Duanmuhuai was worried that Tanis would think that he was talking nonsense, but it was beyond his expectation.

What's interesting is that Tanisi doesn't seem to have any questions about Duanmu Huai's report. It seems that she also has her own confirmation method.

"Ah, Master."

Just when Duanmuhuai took another "business" and left Tanis' place, he saw Audrey calling him.

"Huh? What's wrong? Is something wrong?"

Hearing Audrey's words, Duanmuhuai stopped, while Audrey shook her head.

"It's not me, it's Miss La Ya...she seems to want to see you for something."

"Raya?"

Duanmuhuai curiously looked in the direction of Audrey's finger, and soon saw the hunchbacked girl in a green robe. She was still the same as before, standing timidly in a corner of the wall. So Duanmuhuai also left.

When he arrived at La Ya's side, he said hello to her.

"Hello, Miss Laya."

"Ah, hello... Mr. Hero."

La Ya also hurriedly returned the gift.

"I heard that you have something to ask me for help?"

"Yes……………"

Hearing Duanmuhuai's inquiry, La Ya hesitated for a moment.

"......Sir Hero, have you ever heard any strange sounds in this official residence?"

"Strange noise?"

Duanmu Huai raised his eyebrows, while La Ya continued speaking uneasily.

"Yes, I sometimes hear the sound coming from the other side of the wall, and there is a sound similar to breathing... the friction of scales... I'm sorry for asking such a strange question..."

"I didn't hear it..."

Duanmuhuai shook his head and looked at Audrey.

"Did you hear that?"

"this………"

Audrey hesitated for a moment.

"I did seem to hear similar noises, but I always thought they were bugs or something... maybe a snake?"

"Have you talked to Tanis?"

"I don't think such a small thing should alarm Lady Tanith. Maybe... I'm just too tired."

"It seems interesting."

Duanmu Huai actually became interested.

"I'll go investigate and see if I can find anything."

Maybe this matter has something to do with Lacade.

Of course Duanmuhuai couldn't demolish the Huoshan Mansion (although this was also the fastest way), but he also had his own way - after all, the Inquisitor's power armor was not just for show, its helmet was also

It comes with a variety of functions, including the ability to scan and analyze the surroundings. Duanmu Huai did not do this before, naturally because it was not convenient to do such a thing at the owner's house, but now that there is a request from La Ya

, he turned on the scanner and walked around the corridor.

As expected, Duanmu Huai soon discovered that there was a hidden passage behind the guest room on the other side. Although he didn't know where this passage led, the sound that Laya heard should be related to this.

"Okay, that's it... let's go talk to Laya. Where is she?"

"Ah, Miss La Ya should have gone back to her room, over here."

While talking, Audrey took Duanmu Huai to a room in the back, and then knocked on the door gently.

"Miss La Ya, it's me. We have found some clues. Can you come in?"

Soon, La Ya's voice came from inside.

"Ah, Miss Audrey, please come in."

"Okay, sorry..."

As she spoke, Audrey opened the door and walked into the room. However, the moment she walked into the room, Audrey seemed to see something surprising and froze on the spot.

"What's wrong? Audrey?"

Seeing his maid showing such a rare loss of composure, Duanmu Huai also walked over curiously, then walked into the room, and then...

"Let me go, what is this?"

What I saw in the room was a huge red lizard nearly two meters tall. It had short arms and legs and was wearing a green robe - wait, isn't this the one Raya is wearing?

Did this monster eat Laya?

Just when Duanmu Huai was about to go up and give them a hammer, the lizard also turned its head and looked at them curiously.

"Ah, Lord Hero, Miss Audrey, you are here... hmm? Why do you look so surprised?"

After saying this, La Ya seemed to have discovered something, lowered her head and looked at herself, and was shocked.

"No way, am I still looking like a snake? Ah...how could it be...!!"

"Uh...it's Miss Laya...right?"

Hearing the familiar voice of La Ya coming from the lizard's mouth, and seeing her cute and cute look on her face with her head in her hands, it was basically confirmed.

"Yes... I'm so sorry."

At this moment, Laya also stood up dejectedly.

"I'm sorry, I messed up. Even if you saw my appearance, you two still didn't behave. I was so rude."

"Uh...it's nothing, it's just a bit unexpected."

Duanmuhuai silently took back the Thunder Hammer—fortunately, La Ya didn't notice.

"Yes, I'm really sorry. This is my true appearance. My real name is Zela Yasi. I sincerely apologize for not meeting you with my true face. But please believe me, the only one who is false is me. About

The Volcano Mansion... and every word that Lady Tanis said is absolutely untrue."

"Hmm...well, actually I don't really care about such small things..."

Duanmuhuai coughed.

"So... Tanis is your mother?"

"Yes."

La Ya nodded obediently.

"It is said that my mother was favored by the great king, and I was born. Therefore, my appearance is also a symbol of my mother's joy... This appearance is also my glory."

“……………???”

Hearing this, Duanmuhuai and Audrey looked at each other in confusion. No matter how you look at Tanis, she is a human. What if she, as a human, gave birth to a half-human, half-snake monster like La Ya?

It doesn't feel like a blessing, but more like a curse.

However, considering that the other party may have lied to comfort La Ya, Duanmu Huai didn't intend to expose it.

"But not everyone thinks so."

As she spoke, La Ya lowered her head dejectedly.

"If I show myself like a snake, they won't want to listen to me anymore. That's why I disguise my true identity to fulfill my duties as a recruiter."

Of course, Duanmu Huai said that if he encountered such a big lizard in the wild, he would definitely hit it with his war hammer without saying anything.

"This matter and my name are a secret between me and Lady Tanith. I hope you two can keep this secret for me."

"Of course no problem."

Duanmuhuai came to his senses quickly, but Audrey was a little surprised. It wasn't until Duanmuhuai pushed her that she nodded.

"I will too, Miss La Ya, please don't worry, I will also keep this secret."

"Thank you both, then... Next I have to find a way to transform into a human form, so..."

"Okay, let's go out first."

Of course, Duanmuhuai also heard the implication of La Ya's words, so he turned around and left with Audrey, and then closed the door. During the whole process, Audrey said nothing until she returned to her room.

As soon as he opened the door, Duanmuhuai saw Audrey's legs weakened and she sat down on the ground.

"Let me go, what's wrong with you?"

Seeing this scene, Duanmu Huai was also startled and asked hurriedly.

"Hug, I'm sorry...Master, I was scared just now..."

"Okay, I can understand this...but isn't your delay a little long?"

Duanmu Huai was not surprised that Audrey's legs would become weak due to fright. Any normal person would probably have a similar reaction when seeing a lizard that was two meters tall and could stand up and walk. But what surprised him was...

…

"I saw that you were quite normal when you were talking to Laya just now, right?"

Duanmuhuai recalled carefully. Except for the first time when she opened the door, Audrey seemed to be frightened. At other times, she remained calm. Although she was a little slow to react, at least there was nothing unusual on the surface.

"I, I have received such an education."

Stretching out her hand and placing it on her chest, Audrey also took a deep breath and slowly calmed down.

"As a noble woman, you must remain calm no matter what happens. You must not be hysterical or indulge your feelings. As a wife, you must not hurt the face of your family and your husband because of your excessive emotions."

…”

"...Okay, it seems that what you learned has come in handy."

Duanmuhuai complained silently.

"So, Master, what are you going to do next?"

"Well...I'm really curious about La Ya."

Duanmu Huai touched his chin.

"So, I'm going to talk to Tanis and find out what's going on."
Chapter completed!