The footprints had disappeared due to the blowing of the wind, and the trail was lost inside of the forest.

The search parties were out all night, but no sign of the Werewolf was found.

The next day, a somber atmosphere hung in the village air.

Not knowing when the beast might strike next.

Noticing that the security in the village was on alert, Woohyuk and Leifina decided to pay the guard Ralph a visit.

“Have you reported the situation to your Lord?”

“Yes, I just did.”

According to what Robert had said last night, rather than Baron Berin, it was his second son, Jeremy that was now acting Lord.

It was because his firstborn son, Charles, had gone missing ever since his hunting expedition had left a week ago.

Although the daughter Jenna was a year older than Jeremy, she couldn’t inherit since she was a woman.

‘There must be a conspiracy behind all this.’

Although he didn’t know any of the details, it sounded like it might be a quarrel regarding the succession of the Baron’s title.

The problem was discovering the relationship between that and the Werewolf. Only by unearthing that would he be one step closer to uncovering the truth.

“What are you planning on doing now? If you want to stay in town, we can definitely use your help.”

“We would certainly like to help out with the investigation.”

“Is that so, we really appreciate the aid.”

“Well, I do have some conditions.”

He asked for three days worth of lodging and food, as well as some information. Since the demands were very reasonable, Ralph was happy to agree.

“That won’t be a problem, if there is anything else you might need, don’t hesitate to ask.”

After an easy negotiation, Woohyuk and...

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