An Old Acquaintance

"It has truly been a long time, Your Highness," Charles Diviliers smiled as he shook hands with Rui. "The last time we met, you were just an Apprentice of some note. Now however…"

His pleasant smile deepened, "you have become one of the most important and significant figures of the entire nation. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect you to rise to the levels that you have."

Rui narrowed his eyes as he peered into the man's eyes and into his mind.

He could only sense sincerity.

"I see you haven't changed one bit despite your fall from grace, Chairman Diviliers," his tone was frosty.

He recalled how he used to partake in the Martial Games hosted by the man a long time ago; he had run into the now-deceased Prince Rajak back then, which tipped him to the fact that the man was associated with the Underworld.