"The Boundless Cache was indeed important to us. However, resolving the crisis of the demonic portal took precedence," Thebalder said. "Thus, I gave our national treasure to the mages from the Order of Magi as a power source to close the portal. Unfortunately, the power from the Boundless Cache was not enough. They needed at least another item of equal power."
"That's why you asked for the Totem Banner from Verremor," Jack guessed.
"That's right," Thebalder said. "I made a formal visit to the grand chief at the time to borrow the treasure. The people from the Order of Magi assured me that once the portal was sealed, both artifacts could be returned. Unfortunately, the grand chief turned me down."
"I don't find it's strange," Theridan said. "If it is another country that made such a request for our national treasure, I will also reject it. Even if that country is an ally."
