"That's right. The stone was discovered in the sea there. It was inside the stomach of a fish that was caught in the depths of the sea by some fisherman," Arthur explained.
"Is that so? May I ask how you knew about it in that case? Don't tell me those people instantly knew that it was a special thing, and they came to give it to you?" Lucifer asked, countering.
"Not at all. Of course, they didn't know it was that special. They thought it was just a gem, and thus, it was auctioned. I just managed to see its pic in the auction documents."
"So, where is it now?" Lucifer asked.
"As I said, it was sold to a foreigner. I do have the details of that foreigner though.. And I know where he lives."
"I would've gone to recover that stone myself, but that thing doesn't matter to me much. I'm just curious about it to some extent."
"Tell me the address of that man."
"Nope. I told you a few things; now it's your turn to tell me. If you can't trust me, I won't either. So just know, this is all you'll get. Want an address? Then tell me, what's so special about the stones?" Arthur asked, slowing down even more.
By now, the two of them had long stepped out of the range of the maid who was walking back and forth in her room in frustration.
She couldn't believe she was so close to getting the answers, only to fail.
"Did he really have to take him so far? Did he know about my ability? Nonsense! No one knows about it. Then why did he take him away?"
Many questions floated in the head of the maid, who couldn't understand why Arthur took Lucifer so far that that was out of her range.
In the meanwhile, Lucifer also didn't drag the topic and started explaining the specialty of the stones. In any case, it wasn't something that could make people greedy for it.
In fact, the desire for these stones was only going to decrease after they knew that these stones weren't a treasure but keys to the place where no one wanted to go.
"The specialty of these stones? I don't think they're as special as you think them to be. They don't have any specialty like that. They can't make anyone stronger or give anyone powers. They also can't be used as weapons."
"Then why are you people after them? As you claim, they're not special?"
"It's because they're dangerous. Even though they're not special for humans, they are capable enough to bring forth the next apocalypse. At least according to the stories."
"That's the only thing special about them. They're like the keys that can open the gates to another dimension. You heard about the last great war?"
"Last Great War? I did hear some rumors. Did it really happen?"
"Yeah. The whole world suffered in it, but some continents remained relatively safe. Your continent was one of them since no Dungeon appeared here. But the Last Great War happened because of these stones."
"These stones were created by the Demons to open the gates to another dimension. But our brave warriors stopped them and took the stones."
"Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned, and the stones had to be separated. Now, we're trying to collect the stones to remove the risk of them being used to open the gates again."
"You're telling the truth?" Arthur asked, surprised.
Previously, he thought that these stones were treasures, but only now he realized that it wasn't the case. If what Lucifer said was true, then these stones were terrible news, he thought.
"Since we're the strongest organization in the world and our branches cover vast land, we decided that it was our responsibility to secure the stones and the future of this world, even if it means putting our lives at risk," Lucifer further stated, continuing with his bluffing.
"The only reason we don't tell anyone about why we want the stones is that we don't want them to realize how dangerous they are because our enemies would come after them too," Lucifer explained.
"Then why did you tell me?" Arthur asked.
"Because I trust you to be sensible. I know you won't want to see the world being destroyed either. Also, because this is the only way I can get the information of the other stones out of you." Lucifer responded.
"Securing the stones is worth it. So, will you tell me now?" he asked.
"Fine. I'm trusting you here." Arthur nodded, bringing out a folded paper from his pocket. "This paper contains all the information you might need."
Lucifer took the piece of paper, stopping mid-air. He unfolded the paper and started going through it.
"This person? Are you sure?" Lucifer asked, seeing the picture and the name of the person.
"That's right. I don't have his exact address since he was a foreigner but we did find the nation he was from. You should be able to find him after getting there," Arthur replied.
Lucifer folded the piece of paper and kept it in his pocket for later. "Thank you for the help."
"I should also thank you for the information. I don't know why, but you don't seem like a bad person. We can probably be friends in the future. As long as the Warlock Council and the Divine Empire don't become enemies." Arthur let out, smiling.
"But if your Council did become an enemy, just remember. I won't think twice before killing you."
"Friends in the future? Maybe," Lucifer muttered, smiling. "Anyway, now that I'm done, I'm going back."
"So soon? Since we're already here, let me show you a place," Arthur said as he resumed flying. "Follow me."
Lucifer followed after Arthur again, but it didn't take long. He soon noticed Arthur going down.
He appeared to be going to the massive arena that was like an amphitheater. It was a circular building with rising tiers of seats ranged about an open space.
Many people were in the open space, working.
Arthur landed on the walls of the building, looking at the arena.
"What's happening here?" Lucifer asked, landing beside him.
" This is the place where the tournament will happen tomorrow. And these people are giving it the final touches," Arthur replied. "This is also the place where you'll fight tomorrow."
"So this is the place where all your Nobles would be trying to kill me?" Lucifer asked, smirking. "Will you also be joining then? In which round will I be facing you?"