"Okay, okay! We stole them from the Allastons of Southbay," one of them hastily spoke up.

"The Allastons of Southbay?"

Adrian had heard of the large Allaston family living near Helionia. In recent years, they had prospered in business and had significant influence in the southern territories.

"They secretly excavated their crystal mine and colluded with Fergus City. They were nearly killed when they reported them!" Alfie said as he turned to glare at his companions. "We infiltrated their mine and stole some spirit crystals. It wasn't a large quantity, so they wouldn't notice. And even if they did, they wouldn't dare to make a fuss.”

"You guys are quite daring." Adrian chuckled. He then put away his sword and lay back on his bed.

Since they were not smuggling the crystals to Obscura, they did not violate his principles. Therefore, none of these five needed to die.

"Sir, you won't expose us, right?" Alfie asked while the other companions gathered around Adrian and looked at him ner