Chapter 39 0 55 voucher " Lorrayne , don't you dare ! " Troy raised his sword and struck , severing a head that rolled across the floor and , with another flick , sent it flying to land in front of Athina . Athina screamed at the top of her lungs . D Blood splattered everywhere , staining the walls and floor . The warm blood steamed in thin wisps , quickly dispersing in the cool autumn air . Troy was a masterful executioner . Though he was the one killing , not a single drop of blood stained him . Only a trace of blood remained on the silver blade , which he wiped away with a cloth . Athina's piercing scream drew a large crowd . Veyna stood at the alley entrance , her face deathly pale . Behind her , a group of equally ashen - faced Highborn ladies gathered , while a squad of city guards rushed past them to block off both ends of the alley . " What happened ? " A soldier with a face full of ground , its eyes wide open . ellow stubble stepped into the circle , looking seriously at the severed head lying on the " Who killed him ? " he asked . Athina was still shaken , and Veyna immediately pointed to Lorrayne on the roof . " It was her . She told her guards to do it ! " The stubbled soldier looked up at Lorrayne , saying , " Miss , could you explain why you did this ? " " Of course , " Lorrayne replied gently , then reached down . " Troy , bring me down ." Troy sheathed his sword , leapt up to bring her down , and set her in the spot furthest from the broken wine bottle and the corpse . The stubbled soldier stared wide - eyed at Troy's skill , visibly shocked . " Sir , Lorrayne still pressed her face with a handkerchief , lowered her eyes and sniffed , " I'm sorry . I was just too frightened , so I had my guard kill him . " Her eyelashes trembled , her fingers tightened around the handkerchief , and her flawless skin seemed fragile . The man with the beard immediately softened his voice , afraid he might scare this delicate and beautiful young lady . " Don't be afraid . As long as we're here , no one can hurt you . Could you tell us what just happened to you ? " The bearded soldier spoke with integrity . " Share with us , we are all men of justice and will see that you get justice . " Lorrayne put down her handkerchief and revealed a grateful smile . She said . " Thank you , sir Hearing you say that puts my mind at ease . " She glanced cautiously at Troy behind her . " Here's what happened : I accidentally wandered into this alley and got lost , then I ran into a lecherous hooligan " " My guard arrived in time and tried to stop him . But unexpectedly , he pulled out a strange bottle of wine - right over there , " Lorrayne pointed at the broken wine bottle nearby . " My guard was furious and said he tried to poison us . " Sir , he must be a repeat offender . Maybe he's already harmed many others . I was so scared at the time , so I , I ... " she stammered . " I completely understand , the bearded man said indignantly . " Such a villain truly deserves to die . You did the right thing ! " However , he did not just take Lorrayne at her word . Instead , he ordered his subordinate to examine the wine bottle . The young soldier rushed back in a panic . " Sir , that bottle contained wine mixed with succubus blood . Its effects are very strong ! " The man with the beard looked at Lorrayne with pity " Miss , your suspicion is correct . This person used a vile poison . He must be a repeat offender Upon seeing your beauty , he immediately tried to harm you " Rest assured , you and your guards are blameless . In fact , you deserve recognition from the City of Syrria . We are grateful that you helped us get rid of this despicable scoundrel , he added . Lorrayne wiped away her tears and smiled . " Really , sir ? Thank you so much . You're truly a fair - minde 1/2 Chapter 39 55 vouchers The man with the beard replied solemnly , " Thank you for your compliment . You and your guards may leave now . Let us handle the rest . " " Wait ." Veyna suddenly stepped forward . " Sir , I suspect this matter isn't so simple . " " Sir , didn't you notice anything unusual ? How could a scoundrel possess succubus - spiked wine ? That kind of potion isn't cheap . And he dared set his sights on a Highborn lady . Don't you find that odd ? " Veyna said . Sure enough , suspicion showed on the bearded man's face . " Are you suggesting that someone directed this scoundrel's actions ? " " That's right . I suspect someone is trying to harm my dear classmate , " Veyna said , looking at Lorrayne . " Lorrayne , don't you agree ? " " Oh my , " Lorrayne gasped , covering her mouth , close to tears . " Is this true ? Someone is really trying to hurt me ? " Veyna's expression twisted for a moment . ' Damn you , pretending to be weak here , as if you weren't just shouting to kill ! ' She did not want to see that pretentious face anymore . She turned her head and looked at Athina with a mocking smile . " Athina , you invited me out today and even brought me to this alley . Do you know something I don't ? " Veyna said . A deep chill flashed in Athina's eyes . Her nails dug into her palm as she quickly put on an innocent expression . " Veyna , how can you say that ? You're the one who asked me out ! " She looked at Veyna with hurt in her eyes , as if betrayed by her best friend , stumbling back and then clutching her skirt , tears welling as she looked at the bearded man . " Sir , I really don't know how things ended up like this ." She forced a bitter smile and said , " Since you suspect me , you can investigate me . I have nothing to defend myself with . Knowing my friend is this kind of person already breaks my heart ." Athina , you have no shame ! " Veyna screamed , her face twisted with anger . " You speak as if I did it , but it was all your scheme . Stop acting like an innocent victim . You're nothing but a despicable viper ! " Veyna was furious as she thought , ' Damn it , each one of them was faker than the last ! Worthless , shameless , despicable scum ! Athina lowered her head , her heart dead with despair . " Yes , I did it all . Sir , arrest me - just don't investigate my friend . " * Sir , you see , she has admitted it ! " Veyna laughed madly , pointing at Athina . " You vicious woman , you finally admit it was you ! " " Sir , now you know . That thug is her bodyguard . She planned all of this . She even gathered a group of beggars and told them to ruin Lorrayne together . They're probably nearby ! " Veyna continued . " Arrest her and interrogate her thoroughly ! " Veyna's voice was sharp and shrill , making the man with the full beard frown deeply . 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