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Once the investigation into the gentlemen’s retreat was concluded, Carissa personally entered the palace to deliver her report.

She was unaware that Kylie had lodged a complaint against her, intending only to report on the matter at hand before visiting Victoria.

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When Salvador heard that martial–trained Sandorian spies had been hiding within the gentlemen’s retreat, he was visibly shocked. His expression immediately grew serious.

Carissa refrained from mentioning Gerald’s frequent visits to the gentlemen’s retreat. The investigation had made it clear that Gerald’s visits were purely for leisure, and he deliberately concealed his identity. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have gone to such lengths to disguise himself in that ridiculous manner.

From what she overheard, Gerald’s conversations revolved solely around frivolities, with no mention of court affairs or suspicious behavior. Thus, there was no basis to suspect any breach of security.

Claire, who had eavesdropped on the courtesans‘ private discussions, noted that they referred to Gerald as “the old ghost” behind his back. They spoke of him with disdain, complaining about his frequent visits. If not for his generous tips, it was unlikely anyone would have

entertained him at all.

Since it was clearly a matter of personal indulgence, Carissa saw no reason to report it. Moreover, it appeared Gerald hadn’t recognized that some of the courtesans were Sandorian. The Sandorians had been deliberate in their selections, choosing men with striking features that suggested an exotic allure without fully embodying Sandorian traits.

people in the Southern Frontier and Sandorians. Strictly speaking, they

Sandoria’s control for so long and had only recently been reclaimed in the past two years. These people have been hiding in the capital for four or

traveling with

trade. Moreover… The gentlemen’s retreats were established under her orders because it was exceptionally profitable. When Eleanor fell from power, Lord

the Marquis of Glandale had a liking for young men. The reason he didn’t

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my investigation, neither Eleanor nor Lord Schmitt knew that these

to transmit their findings back to Sandoria. This was revealed during our covert surveillance of their private conversations. Some of them have even proposed devising a plan to leave

this time,” Salvador said, anger flickering in his eyes. “Eavesdropping on the secrets of nobles? It seems my court has quite

feel a bit awkward, but since it was an official matter, she knew

my investigation, not many truly indulge in such preferences. Most go out of curiosity, seeking

were bored of ordinary pleasures and wanted something more thrilling. For those who had reached a

in the restrictions placed on officials. Although the court didn’t explicitly forbid

Civil officials, in particular, were wary of being caught in a compromising situation. After all, many frequented brothels–especially the idle, undisciplined scions of noble families. These

It had strict standards, high entry fees,

displeasure. “Do you

ongoing for long, so we’ve only identified a few officials currently in

from Goldencrest Palace? Salvador asked sharply, referring to those