There was a reason why Adam had cancelled his summons and sent back the serpent, secretly spying on Marlow.
The moment he realized that there was a Mana Core Magus around, Adam became extremely alert. After all, he couldn't risk being found out by the enemy. Not so soon.
And his cautions were warranted.
That was also the reason why he didn't intervene when the enemies were carrying out their schemes against the red-haired prince. Of course, Adam knew that Marlow's life wasn't in immediate danger, or else he would have surely interfered.
Although Adam didn't extensively observe what was going on within the two-story manor, fearing that Osbert might notice his presence, he had a general idea about what the enemies had done to Marlow.
Wearing Nilrem's face once again, Adam returned to his residence within the Palace District. He stood upon his balcony, wine goblet in hand, as he stared in the direction of the royal palace.
