The Last Blood Mage

Xander's Intelligence

Keeran's astonishment at Xander's request was palpable. The very fact that Xander, someone who seemed to have little background in magic, was aware of the existence of a lie-detecting array intrigued Keeran. The situation was becoming more intricate than Keeran had anticipated.

“Quit wasting my time, Xander. The evidence points to your guilt,” Keeran retorted.

Xander's determination, however, remained unwavering. "Then there should be no issue in taking me to the lie-detecting array. But I insist that either the king or the duke, along with the adventurers guild, be present. I killed the mage in self-defense. If anything, the mage guild should answer to the adventurers guild for the death of their members at the hands of that mage," Xander stated firmly.

Keeran hadn't expected Xander to be so astute. He had underestimated the resourcefulness that an orphan like Xander had developed to survive.

“Are you a dark mage, yes or no?” Keeran pressed coldly.

“I wasn't initially, but someone fo