The possibility of it being a mere gadget is somewhat low; a Special Item is indeed plausible.
If it's a Special Item, it would either kill directly as part of its effect or have side effects, such as delayed death.
"That's possible too." Wu Heng looked at the Fifth Princess and asked, "Brittany, do you have informants in the city?"
The Fifth Princess and the young maid were also analyzing along with the two of them.
This felt even more thrilling than a Great Detective story—defaming a hero to ignite a war between Gold and Silver Island and The Holy Court.
What a shocking conspiracy! The mastermind behind this really has insane courage!
"Brittany!" Shanaela shouted.
"Ah!" The Fifth Princess snapped out of her thoughts.
Wu Heng repeated his question, "Do you have informants in the city?"
"I've recruited two groups of informants—one keeps track of black market information, the other gathers updates from city shops and merchants," the Fifth Princess replied.
