"Follow Lady Arabelle's lead! We must not fall too far behind!"
Shortly after Arabelle led her troops into the Delarosa's estate, the matriarchs of small households also advanced with their forces.
Evidently, these small households had come to assist Linetta in hopes of earning her favor and seeking opportunities to get closer to Vaan.
However, Vaan already had the allegiance of the capital's people via the magic oaths and effectively controlled the kingdom. Thus, their plans would produce their intended effect.
Vaan no longer needed to rely on others. On the contrary, they needed to depend on him.
As some of the minor households' forces rushed past Vaan, he caught a few grudging and envious gazes among the young men before they quickly looked away in fright and panic.
He didn't doubt they were Lillias's suitors.
