The International Trade Council was doing even better than Mana had expected from the reports she received on a regular basis. The premises were great – the buildings were well-constructed, the employees were well-dressed and sincere – and most importantly, happy with the work that they were doing, and the lands forcefully occupied by the Amber Kingdom had all been reclaimed in this area. Thanks to the Mercenary Guild members hired by King Jaren to protect the area and the superior border protection barriers set up under the guidance of Queen Carolina, no one caused any more trouble in this area. The locals were gainfully employed and prospering under the guidance of the new regime.
Naturally, they were very pleased to see Raven and Mana, and discussions continued until it was time for lunch.
"King Raven, you must try the unique delicacies of the local area! You won't find them anywhere else!" one of the managers, a local himself, cried excitedly.
