Chapitre 266: The Indomitability Represented by the Snake - IV

"That Mr. Diplopod happens to excel in concealment, disguise, and transformation, making him the finest fence in the outer markets."

Marlina turned to Ansel, her voice laden with complexity, "So, with such a 'coincidence,' you let Vulture become aware of Hyena's preparations, leading him to believe he was fully prepared, only to single-handedly destroy most of his elite forces? This is truly, truly..."

"Absurd."

Ansel uttered the word Marlina could not, "It's utterly absurd, isn't it?"

"...Yes."

"What do you think this coincidence is, Marlina?" Ansel asked softly, "Was it all meticulously orchestrated by me from the beginning?"

Marlina pondered for a moment, then shook her head, "No, from the very start, until... until you uncovered his identity and intentions, none of it was within your control."