MTLNOVEL Chapter 758: A Real Piece of Work
Villain Ch 758. A Real Piece of Work
Azura's casual tone masked the intensity of her thoughts as she broached the topic. "Seriously, your luck couldn't get any worse," she remarked with a cringe, recalling the details she had stumbled upon in the gaming forums. "I mean, it's all over the forum. You challenged this dude to a duel, right? And you totally wiped the floor with him, humiliating him in front of everyone.
It was like something out of a movie," she added, her voice tinged with a mixture of awe and amusement.
Azura couldn't help but wonder about Allen's reaction. She had read between the lines, piecing together the puzzle of his identity, and now she was determined to confirm her suspicions.
"Red_King didn't waste a second," she continued, her tone casual despite the gravity of the situation. "He booted the guy from the guild and put out a statement, clearing your name," she said calmly, her eyes fixed on Allen, searching for any sign of recognition or reaction.
Beneath her composed exterior, Azura's mind raced with questions and calculations. She knew Allen couldn't just come out and admit to being the devil emperor – that would be too easy. Instead, she was banking on a slip-up, a subtle hint, something that would confirm her suspicions without raising his guard.
She knew she was playing a dangerous game, toeing the line between curiosity and deception, but she was willing to take the risk if it meant uncovering the truth.
Allen let out a huff, a dry smile tugging at the corners of his lips as he responded to Azura's recounting of the incident. "Yeah, that guy was a real piece of work," he admitted with a shake of his head. "Not content with just impersonating me, he had to go and milk it for all it was worth," he added, irritation lacing his voice.
He couldn't shake the gnawing feeling of unease in the pit of his stomach. Azura's suspicions were like a shadow hanging over him, casting doubt on every word he uttered. He knew he had to tread carefully, to keep his guard up and not give anything away.
Allen glanced at Azura, a flicker of apprehension passed through his eyes before he quickly masked it with a nonchalant shrug. He had to stay one step ahead, to outwit her at her own game, if he wanted to protect his secrets and emerge unscathed from this precarious situation. "He even had the audacity to hit up Red_King for gear," Allen continued, his annoyance evident in his tone.
"And don't forget about MasterCraft. That guy had the nerve to ask for a top-tier pet like he was entitled to it," he added, a note of incredulity creeping into his voice.
Despite his outward bravado, Allen couldn't shake the feeling of vulnerability that Azura's probing questions stirred within him. But Allen was no slouch himself. He was quick-witted and resourceful, and he knew how to play the game. He would keep his cards close to his chest, revealing only what was necessary to maintain the facade.
"Yeah, I heard about that too. Arcana told me. It was so messed up," Azura said, her voice tinged with disbelief as she recalled the incident. She shook her head from side to side, a chuckle escaping her lips. Her brain continued to work overtime, churning through possible strategies for extracting information from Allen without raising suspicion.
"Yeah," Allen replied, his tone neutral as he maintained his stoic demeanor. But behind his calm facade, the gears in his head were spinning furiously. 'What to do, what to do, what to do,' he thought. Dealing with Azura was unlike dealing with any other player. She was astute, perceptive, and possessed a wealth of information that set her apart from the rest.
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She knew Allen's identity, his fighting style and she had a close relationship with Goldborne. So dissolving her suspicions would not be as easy as dissolving other players' suspicions.
Azura's mind raced with possibilities, while Allen racked his brain for a way to deflect her probing inquiries. He knew he had to tread carefully, to choose his words with caution and to avoid giving away anything that could expose his secrets.
Azura decided to probe Allen for information. She had a few questions swirling in her head, and she was curious to see how he would respond. "oh, right. Did you watch my fight with the emperor yesterday?" Azura asked, trying to bait Allen into revealing something. "Someone uploaded the footage on the forum, and it caused quite a stir. I'm sure you saw it too," she added, hoping to gauge his reaction.
Allen remained unfazed, his expression calm and composed. "Yes, I saw that," he replied casually, not giving away much. He could sense Azura's attempt to corner him, but he was prepared for it. He knew she was trying to extract information from him, but he was determined not to give anything away.
Despite his calm demeanor, Allen's mind was racing. He knew he had to tread carefully, to choose his words wisely.
"That was my first experience fighting the emperor at close range," Azura began, her voice tinged with a mix of excitement and apprehension. She paused, glancing at Allen, her eyes searching for any hint of recognition or reaction. "It was really stressful," she continued, her tone softening as she recalled the intensity of the battle.
Then, without beating around the bush, she went straight to the point. "But strangely, his fighting style reminds me of you."
Allen's heart skipped a beat as Azura's words hit him like a bolt of lightning. He felt a surge of panic rising within him, knowing that Azura was onto something. Her accusation hung in the air and he could feel her gaze boring into him, demanding an answer.
Before Allen could respond, a sudden disturbance shattered the tense moment. A cold voice, chilling and unmistakable, echoed from above. "Demonic Lance," it commanded, sending shivers down Allen's spine. His mind raced as he tried to make sense of what was happening. That voice—it couldn't be. It was his voice, the voice he used as the devil emperor, but it should have been exclusive to him.
How could someone else be using it?