"Speak, what do you want?" As soon as the Elf Lady spoke, Brand flashed a satisfied smile. Because at least up to this point, he knew his goal was already halfway accomplished.
"First, we need an environment conducive to completing our trade."
Brand answered.
"Hm? What's that?" Tanaya asked warily, glaring at Brand suspiciously. "Little guy from the Cadiloso family, the new words you use are increasing, but you always make me feel you're up to no good."
No good intentions were certainly there. But why would Brand admit to it? He shrugged, "That's not it, but Aunt Tanaya, you also understand; after the war, Ambeser is a mixed bag, especially with the Flame Temple and Northern Nobles keeping a close eye on our every move within the city. Those Northern nobles, you know what forces lie behind them—"
