126: First meeting with Albert, Moonlight Orb

The moment the box was opened, Alberto's eyes narrowed, revealing a hint of caution.

Because he also felt the uncontrollable transformation that Thompson had mentioned.

However, compared to Thompson's full-body mutation just now, Alberto's body showed no changes at this time.

The reason for this, besides his stronger power as an Honor Knight, was more importantly, his tougher willpower and control than Thompson.

“...”

After observing carefully for a moment, Alberto frowned slightly, deep in thought.

Because, after his careful perception, he found that the 'luring' effect of this orb was not as powerful as imagined.

For him, besides the first one or two seconds after opening the box, when he felt a more obvious sensation, he remained clear-headed even when staring at the orb carefully afterwards, with no signs of losing control.

“According to Thompson, although he uncontrollably mutated just now,”

“It was only his hair and teeth that grew a bit, and his overall form still remained human.”

“Therefore, even if the guards hadn't woken him up just now, he probably wouldn't have completely lost control and turned into a werewolf.”

“At most... he would just fall into a daze, unable to recover for a long time?”

Alberto speculated in his mind, a look of doubt appearing in his eyes.

When he first heard Thompson recount the incident, he surmised that the other party must have ill intentions, and the reason for sending this strange orb was to make Thompson lose control and transform into a werewolf, committing the evil act of cannibalism!

At that time, once the news spread, it would inevitably cause turmoil and panic in Kula City, thereby causing huge trouble for the Kula Family.

However, now that he truly saw this orb, he found its effect far less powerful than he had imagined.

Therefore, Alberto couldn't help but feel suspicious.

He wondered if the other party simply lacked the ability, or if they deliberately used this weakened orb as a warning to the Kula Family?

At this moment, Thompson saw Alberto deep in thought and assumed he was in a daze like himself just now, so he quickly spoke up to remind him.

“Uncle Alberto...”

Alberto looked up, seeing Thompson somewhat anxious and uneasy, and couldn't help but reassure him.

“Don't worry, this orb doesn't affect me much.”

“I'm just curious about the other party's purpose in sending this orb...”

Just then, a servant brought news that the two people who delivered the orb were already waiting in the conference room, and refreshments had been served.

Alberto's eyes flashed with a sharp glint upon hearing this, then he said in a deep voice.

“Good, I'll go see him immediately.”

Alberto thought to himself, no matter what their background or purpose, since they had come to the Kula Family's territory, he didn't need to worry about any unrest.

Therefore, Alberto then took Thompson and went directly to the conference room.

This conference room also served as a reception hall, usually used to entertain the Kula Family's business partners.

At this moment, Alberto pushed the door open and saw the two men sitting on the sofa, looking quite natural.

“Hmm?”

Ron and Beruke stood up and exchanged glances.

Through the information from Pete and Clay, they naturally recognized that the man leading the way was the legendary Knight Order Vice-Captain, Honor Knight Alberto, code-named 'Mountain Wolf Knight'.

Beruke's eyes narrowed slightly; even though the other party showed no hostility upon entering, he still felt an immense pressure subtly.

Therefore, he took a slight breath and subconsciously touched his chest.

There, he was wearing the necklace Fral had given him.

“Lord Alberto, Mr. Thompson, it's a pleasure to meet you both for the first time.”

At this moment, Ron took the initiative to speak, his tone neither humble nor overbearing, even with a hint of a smile.

Across from him, Alberto's face was stern, and he nodded slightly.

Thompson, however, was tense, his eyes fixed on Ron and the other man, filled with vigilance and apprehension.

At this point, after observing and confirming the strength and condition of Ron and the other man, Alberto instructed the two guard captains beside him.

“You two may leave first.”

The two guard captains, upon hearing this, didn't even look at Thompson and turned to leave without hesitation.

Because they were well aware of Alberto's power and knew who the true pillar of the Kula Family was now.

Once only the four of them remained in the conference room, Alberto finally spoke, saying in a deep voice.

“Who exactly are you? What is your purpose in impersonating Potion Masters and seeking Thompson? And what is that orb?”

At this moment, Alberto sat upright, his body erect, without any superfluous movements.

However, Beruke across from him suddenly held his breath, and his hair stood on end.

Because, in the depths of his being, he inexplicably felt a powerful sense of fear and threat.

Like a fawn in the jungle, targeted by a bloodthirsty beast.

The atmosphere, as if death was approaching, made him tense up, his heart leaping into his throat.

However, next to him, Ron seemed oblivious to all this, still smiling nonchalantly.

“Mr. Alberto, please don't be anxious.”

“First, let me introduce ourselves. This gentleman next to me and I are both from the Thieves' Guild.”

“He is Beruke, the head of the Kula City Thieves' Guild branch, and I am Uz, serving as the vice-head.”

Thieves' Guild?

Alberto, upon hearing this, still maintained a stern face, his expression unchanged.

But in his eyes, a hint of surprise and doubt flickered.

“As for our purpose in coming here...”

Then, Ron paused briefly before continuing.

“Naturally, it's because our Thieves' Guild branch is new here, and we want to pay our respects to the 'local boss' of Kula City.”

“And this moonlight orb in your hand is our welcome gift to the Kula Family.”

“Mr. Alberto, do you think this gift is to your liking?”

moonlight orb?

Welcome gift?

Alberto frowned slightly, then snorted coldly.

“Gift? Are you sure this is a gift, and not poison?”

Upon hearing this, Ron quickly waved his hand, feigning a wronged expression.

“Mr. Alberto, what are you saying?”

“If I truly wanted to poison you, I could send you a few Mithril crossbow bolts.”

“Or aconite, and a Confusion Spell... or even a larger, higher-grade moonlight orb.”

At these words, Alberto's expression finally showed a noticeable change.

And Beruke next to him felt a distinct trace of killing intent added to the terrifying pressure.

“Mithril... aconite... Confusion Spell...”

“You really know that we are of the werewolf race!”

Alberto's eyes were like knives, staring intently at Ron.