Chapter 1226 – The Price of Defying a King
For several seconds, Lux simply stared at the golden light pulsing inside Zehar's crystal. At this rate, Lux wouldn't be surprised if Kaelmor started charging admission fees at the Pearly Gates.
"How reliable is that thing?" Lux finally asked.
Zehar lifted the crystal between two fingers. "Reliable enough that I wouldn't be standing here discussing it with you if I thought it was merely a decorative ornament."
Lux sighed. "Fair."
Zehar adjusted his silver-headed cane before continuing.
"You see, young Vaelthorn, some nobles in Hell rely on spies, intelligence networks, political connections, and informants to understand the stability of the Seven Houses. They watch armies move, monitor financial transactions, and listen to rumors whispered behind closed doors."
Lux nodded. "Standard intelligence gathering."
"Precisely. But the Shadow Corridors operate differently."
