Chapter 63, Curse

"Humans are not saints; how can one be free of fault?"

The Blood Moon County City was built over a hundred years ago. The illegal mining of the Magic Crystal Mine must have started long ago; you can't bear all the blame for it.

That no word of it has leaked for so many years proves you've been very discreet, not exploiting the mine on a large scale.

Viscount O'Toole, don't say we're not giving you a chance.

If you come clean now, and we handle this internally within the province, there's still room for negotiation.

At this point, you can't expect to keep it hidden. The anomaly that just erupted is visible for tens of miles around; I estimate the news has already spread.

Once the Capital sends people to intervene, not only are you doomed, but your entire family will follow suit.

In view of the camaraderie we share, just come clean and we will all brainstorm a solution for you!"

Clearly, Earl Hudson's speech was not only for Viscount O'Toole, but also for the nobles present.