Chapter 568 Passing On A Gift
In the prison, Anna had listened to every detail told by Raze. She could tell it was a story he had recounted countless times, not missing a single detail of what had occurred. His vivid description, while explaining, was proof that it actually happened, or at least he truly believed it had. As for his current youthful state and presence in Pagna, it didn't seem like the right time to inquire about that—nor did it seem crucial in the grand scheme of things.
The tale seemed to be at its end, as Raze continued to play with the lapel of his blazer without saying more words. At this point, Anna thought she might just bend the bars and escape, but then Raze continued.
"The final gift from my wife, what was in the laundry room," Raze said, "was this blazer that I'm wearing right now. She had made it for our anniversary. It's a pretty big gift with the host enchantment personally done by her, while the crafting was all done in her spare time at work as well.
"It's the most important thing I have of hers."
It was the first time Anna could see this expression on Raze's face. It wasn't anger, but sadness was creeping in. She didn't like this look; she preferred him when he was angry.
"So you said at the start you hated all these Grand Magus, right? From your story, I can guess that Idore and Trubin became Grand Magus due to their positions. I understand your hatred for them...and maybe Ibarin as well? The principal who cheated you out of your position, but why hate the rest of them? Or is it just because they are all part of the same pack?" Anna asked.
The saddened look on Raze's face quickly disappeared as he tensed, gripping the cloth on his knees tighter.
"At the time of all that had happened, the Grand Magus didn't exist just yet. An idea was brewing between countries' governments for a solution of peace, and this idea was put forward by Idore."
"As for the idea, it was the birth of the Grand Magus. An elite group of people even above the countries, all with the power to change what could occur. All of them had advanced their magic to the 9-star level, the pinnacle of what was achievable for magic, there was no one who could contest them anymore. Idore with his magical creations, Ibarin as the head of the Central Academy."
"Trubin, a mage who had no second thoughts about killing and could silence anyone who disagreed with them, and Gizin, the largest supplier of both legal and illegal magical substances."
Anna's eyes widened when she heard that.
"You mean... he was involved in your wife's death!"
Raze nodded in response.
Raze had heard about Rayna's brothers. Two figures that were extremely powerful in the Neverfall Clan, and in a lot of ways from what he knew, acted more like their father, doing as they wished because of their great power.
"I will," Raze answered.
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The next day had arrived and Raze and Anna had stayed in one of the rooms closer to the top of the Abyss. It was cooler there compared to the rest of the place. It wasn't just Raze and Anna getting ready for the wedding though, as the whole base was making preparations as well.
They would be coming to Repton with him, some entering the city, others standing by on the outside. Since the whole Clan was getting ready, it felt a little like they were going to war, rather than going to a wedding.
Entering the room, was Fixteen who managed a smile at Raze and had something in his hand.
"What's this?" Raze asked.
"Special clothing that has been prepared by the young miss," Fixteen answered. "She thought you would feel more comfortable wearing it."
Stretching out the clothing, Raze could see it was an elegant dark red colored cloth, closer to brown. There were swirling patterns on the sleeves and around the waist winding up.
It looked great and suited the look of a Pagna warrior. Not only was there cloth, but there was also a special mask for him to wear as well. Allowing him to keep his identity secret.
"This is needed since this will be a marriage between the Dark Magus and the Neverfall Clan, your identity is to remain a secret."
Raze was happy seeing the items; Rayna was certainly thoughtful.
After changing into his clothes and placing the soft mask on his face that covered just the upper part of his face and not his mouth, he was ready.
"I guess I'm getting married today."
