Inside the dimly lit room.
Mujik sat timidly on a stool.
Before him was a long table with a single lamp, the only source of light in the room.
This scene was quite familiar, the classic interrogation setup.
A hand reached out from the darkness and twisted the lamp, aiming it directly at Mujik. The sudden intense light made Mujik unable to open his eyes—a common tactic in interrogations to pressure the suspect.
"Speak! Don't be stubborn! Confess and be treated leniently, resist and be dealt with severely! Don't think we'll let you off if you stay silent!"
Mo Shuying played the interrogator, with Fujimaru Ritsuka looking serious beside him. It was, surprisingly, quite entertaining.
"I'll talk! I'll talk!"
How could Mujik hesitate? He immediately responded.
But after saying that, Mujik was stumped. What was he supposed to say?
"Hmm?"
Even a slight hesitation drew dissatisfaction from the two interrogators. Fujimaru Ritsuka let out a cold snort, and Mujik quickly stammered!
"I'll talk! My name is Gordolf Mujik! The current head of the Gordolf Family! Over a year ago, I bought Chaldea for a hefty price! I only came today to inspect it, of course, of course, of course! I didn't really want to own Chaldea; I just wanted to take a look, and seeing it would satisfy me! I truly have no other ulterior motives! You two must believe me!"
Mujik started crying as he spoke, tears and snot flowing freely, somewhat touching.
"Stop, stop, stop, stop! Why are you crying? You make it sound like we're bullying you!"
Mo Shuying slammed the table, startling Mujik, who quickly shrank back, not daring to speak. But his resentful gaze said it all.
"You said you bought Chaldea? How is that possible? Chaldea is the property of the Anima-Sphere Family. How could it just be bought away?"
Fujimaru Ritsuka asked. Mujik looked at Fujimaru Ritsuka, but the strong light made it impossible to see their face. He could only tell from the voice that it was a woman, so he thought for a moment and replied,
"We're talking about the past. Nowadays, is there anyone left in the Anima-Sphere Family? Both generations of Directors have been confirmed dead, so Chaldea became ownerless. And the Clock Tower, being Chaldea's largest shareholder, naturally has the right to dispose of Chaldea. So, I paid to buy Chaldea from them."
Mujik said this.
Fujimaru Ritsuka fell silent.
They also understood that Chaldea, possessing the technologies of Heroic Spirit summoning and Spiritron Conversion, would absolutely become a coveted prize, a target for others to fight over.
Fortunately, this was no longer the Chaldea from over a year ago. Back then, Chaldea had no means of resistance whatsoever when attacked.
When Mujik had just bought Chaldea, the news of Chaldea's destruction came shortly after. Mujik had been heartbroken for over a year, crying himself awake countless nights, his pillow soaked with tears of regret.
And now…
Mujik regretted it even more! He felt that Chaldea was his jinx! Everything related to it was bad! He swore! If he could make it out alive this time, he would distance himself from anything concerning Chaldea in the future!
"So, you are now the legal owner of Chaldea?"
Mo Shuying's eyes darted as he asked.
"Well… do you think I should say yes? Or no?"
Mujik sensed a trap ahead and quickly avoided it.
"Why are you wasting my time! Speak!"
"Yes, yes, yes! I am now the New Director of Chaldea, recognized by the Clock Tower!"
Mujik trembled, not daring to look up.
A smile curled on Mo Shuying's lips. He turned and leaned close to Fujimaru Ritsuka's ear, whispering,
"I've thought of something. We'll do this, and then that!"
"…"
Mo Shuying's breath suddenly brushed against their ear, and the moist air caught Fujimaru Ritsuka off guard!
Fortunately, the lighting was poor, and Mo Shuying hadn't looked closely, so he didn't notice Fujimaru Ritsuka's face turning as red as an apple.
Mo Shuying, seeing no reaction from Fujimaru Ritsuka, assumed they had tacitly agreed to his plan. He then turned to Mujik and said,
"Do you want to live?"
"Yes, yes, yes, yes!"
Mujik nodded his head like a chick pecking at rice. Are you kidding? Who wants to die?
"Good. If you want to live, you need to be obedient, understand?"
"Understood, understood, understood! I'll be the most obedient!"
"Alright then, first of all, congratulations, Mujik, congratulations on becoming Chaldea's Director!"
Mo Shuying stood up and snapped his fingers, illuminating the entire room. The sudden bright light would normally require some adjustment, but the already stunned Mujik sat there dumbfounded, as if unaware of anything.
*Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap!*
After a round of enthusiastic applause, Mo Shuying stepped forward, pointed at Mujik, who still seemed to be in a daze, and announced,
"Ahem! Everyone, quiet down. I have an announcement. This gentleman! Mr. Gordolf Mujik! Will assume the position of Chaldea's Director starting today! He will be a part of Chaldea from now on! Let's give him a warm welcome!"
*Clap, clap, clap, clap, clap!*
"Director Mujik, would you like to say a few words to everyone?"
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Mujik looked at Mo Shuying, a hint of helplessness in its eyes.
Mujik wasn't an idiot. After the initial confusion, it quickly understood Mo Shuying's intentions.
Its title as Director of Chaldea was, in fact, just a public shield.
With it there, at least no one would try to acquire Chaldea, eliminating a lot of unnecessary trouble.
And doing this wasn't without its benefits.
Mujik knew it was safe for now. As long as it didn't court disaster or actually try to manage Chaldea, it would be very safe! After all, being protected by over a dozen Servants—was there anywhere safer than that?
"Ahem… well, everyone, you don't have to pay too much attention to me usually. Just keep doing what you're doing. Heh heh, I'm actually a very amiable person. Oh, right, I also brought some subordinates. They're all very capable in various aspects. If anyone needs help, you can call on them."
As Mujik said this, it glanced back at Mo Shuying. Seeing that Mo Shuying didn't speak, it relaxed.
It was actually very worried about its subordinates. Though they were Homunculi, in Mujik's eyes, they were no different from its own people. It was best if nothing happened to them.
"Excellent, thank you, Director, for your speech! Gilbert! Quickly, take the Director to the prepared room to rest!"
Mo Shuying spotted Gilbert in the crowd right away. After hearing the shout, Gilbert reluctantly walked over.
He had just returned and didn't even know where the Director was supposed to stay.
But Mo Shuying had already spoken, so Gilbert could only lead the "New Director" and its maids away. After Mujik left, Romani leaned closer to Mo Shuying and spoke.
"Sigh, my time as acting director has also come to an end."
Mo Shuying turned to look at him, chuckling.
"What are you, the master of the Temple of Time, talking about? Didn't you say it? Chaldea no longer exists. This is the Temple of Time!"
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