Following the soldier on their way, Mo Fei noted that the city was much quieter than before. Southshore was still a trading port with bustling traffic, but there were notably fewer Adventurers than when he last visited.
Upon entering the castle, Invincible Silly Goose immediately came to greet him.
Invincible Silly Goose (King of Southshore), "Little brother, you've finally returned. There's a big issue brewing within the Alliance, and the brothers have been eagerly awaiting your return to discuss state affairs."
Aidan (Prince of Altland), "What's happened that's so urgent?"
"That Gedwyn kid has gone too far, actually wanting to build Orc internment camps and demanding all countries to contribute funds. If we don't pay up, he'll impose trade embargoes and economic sanctions. Poor Southshore Guild, this is our only income source, and now it's completely blocked; they're not leaving us any room to live."
