So, she’s the little princess of the merfolk tribe, no wonder...
The merfolk tribe is also a major clan in the Ten Thousand Demons Mountains, and can even be considered the most powerful among all amphibious creatures on land. Its branches are spread across rivers, lakes, and seas, and they even extend to the endless sea to the east of the world. If you really think about it, overall, they are not weaker than the Three Pillars.
However, their power is somewhat scattered, and the main body in the Ten Thousand Demons Mountains is still slightly inferior.
Violet glanced at Nitera’s face again, especially the six teardrop-shaped markings that were particularly eye-catching. Although her identity was indeed impressive, to be honest, it was somewhat expected.
“So be it. Violet, did you come to see me today for something specific?”
“Well, there are some things I wanted to discuss, but now that you...”
The girl named Nitera, true to her status as the merfolk princess, was truly graceful and composed. Seeing this, she immediately smiled lightly.
“Since we have an honored guest, Lady Lan should attend to her duties. I will pass on everything you mentioned to my mother when I return to the clan, so you and Princess Menna need not worry.”
“Very well, thank you for your cooperation and understanding, Princess Nitera. I also hope that our two tribes can truly overcome any differences and make progress across generations.”
Lan also nodded gently with a smile. It was evident that since her father, Taylor, was imprisoned for his crimes and she inherited the positions of clan leader and lord of the city in the midst of the chaos, this girl, who was originally cold and rebellious, had changed quite a bit in just a few days. She had softened a bit, but gained some maturity and stability.
It was like a sharp sword sheathed in its scabbard, still sharp but no longer as aggressive.
Nitera nodded slightly to the group and then quickly left. However, her gaze lingered on Violet for a while, which made the eavesdropping priestess feel somewhat surprised.
Could it be... I’ve been recognized? Is the disguise of the 【Jade Fox Face】 so bad? It’s supposed to be a semi-artifact, and back then, there were significant changes in clothing color, including voice and temperament. There’s no reason why a girl of average strength could see through it.
Hmm, it must be a misconception.
Seeing the figure of the merfolk girl disappear into the garden path, Lan seemed to breathe a sigh of relief and returned to the stone bench. Violet, not bothering to be polite, sat directly in the spot where Nitera had just been and poured herself a new cup of tea.
Watching the busy black-haired girl and the little dragon girl and Theresa standing by her side like attendants, Lan couldn’t help but shake her head in resignation, pouring herself some more tea.
The priestess took a sip of tea and spoke first.
“So, what were you just talking to her about?”
“Nothing much, just a bit of official business. Well, is there something you want to discuss now? Could it be that our Miss Violet is planning to fulfill her promise now that the dust has settled in the Demon Suppression City?”
Promise? What promise?
Oh...
Violet paused, only realizing belatedly that there was indeed a deal between her and Lan to help her improve her swordsmanship in exchange for the assistance of the eldest daughter of the Tulls family.
But because of Menna’s appearance and the rapid development of events, Lan naturally stood on their side, making someone almost forget about it.
“Ahem, let’s not dwell on that for now. Anyway, I won’t go back on my word. Didn’t I give you a new sword as the current reward...?”
“Alright, alright... whatever you say. Since the princess is on your side and I can’t beat you, even if you really do renege on the deal, I can only grit my teeth and swallow it.”
“Ahaha... Why do I sound like a tyrant? Alright, no more jokes. The main reason I came to find you this time is to understand what exactly happened after you went to the Lord’s Mansion to see Taylor that day. Did he tell you all about the ins and outs of this matter?”
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“The ins and outs?”
Getting down to business, Miss Lan’s expression also immediately became a bit serious as she pondered with her smooth cheek resting on her hand.
“I’m not sure what you mean by ‘ins and outs’ specifically, but that day when I went to see Father, I overheard outside his study...”
Lan took some time to organize and describe the situation that day.
As it turned out, just as Lan had anticipated, after expressing her desire to know the truth behind the matter, Taylor did not conceal anything.
His plan sparked a fierce dispute between father and daughter due to their differing ideologies, or rather, Lan’s unilateral accusation of her father’s actions as overly reckless, treating human lives as insignificant.
Taylor, who doted on his daughter, did not argue much. However, it was clear that he would not change his mind just because of Lan’s few words of advice. Or rather, the Lord of the Demon Suppression City had already embarked on an irreversible path.
He detailed his plan to Lan.
Although it was a gamble, Taylor Tulls did not plunge into madness. Lan was his ace in the hole left for the Tulls family.
Taylor deliberately kept his daughter out of this matter, and combined with Lan’s usual solitary life, there was sufficient evidence and reason to dissociate her from the situation.
Now that the situation has been settled, regardless of success or failure, Lan is safe and sound.
Knowing all this, Lan was naturally furious, but in fact, there was nothing she could do. She had intended to return home to consult with Violet, but at this moment, news came that Princess Menna had appeared in the underground black market of the Demon Suppression City, leading adventurers to wipe out the poaching group.
The events that followed need not be elaborated.
Although Taylor and Gryffith failed, the Tulls family did not, and Lan’s smooth inheritance of the position of clan leader might also be because they had already paved the way.
After recounting all the information, Lan also seemed somewhat rueful. Perhaps, in a sense, her rebellion and personality, fostered both by Taylor’s indulgence and the elders’ deliberate indulgence, were another way out left for the family.
The Tulls family deserved its reputation for intelligence in the country, being able to stand tall for eight hundred years despite the storms.
“Now I finally understand why my father, although reluctant, always spared no effort to arrange a husband for me. He and Grandfather probably planned long ago for me to inherit the position of clan leader. Just like now, if there’s a reliable helper, the pressure I need to bear will be greatly reduced...”
The acting city lord smiled wryly. As listeners, Violet and the other two women had different expressions. After waiting for Lan to calm down a bit, Violet spoke again.
“What about Taylor’s aftermath? From the way you’re talking, at least he should have kept his life, right?”
“Well, he definitely can’t stay as a noble, and he can’t stay in the Demon Suppression City either. But I asked Princess Menna to help fight for a plan to be sent to cultivate new land. Although it’s a bit hard, at least I can ensure his livelihood.”
“I see...”
Both sides fell into a brief silence. Suddenly, Violet asked a somewhat subtle question.
“Lan, do you think this matter is completely over?”
Lan’s keen instincts as the former captain of the Internal Affairs Bureau had not diminished since entering politics. She didn’t bother to ask Violet what exactly she meant, just furrowing her brows.
“If you really want to say, the spark and key to the incident, Novia Moon Shadow, has been found, and the Demon Suppression City poaching group is now almost non-existent. The victims who were arrested have also been properly resettled. Next... Are you suggesting that someone will cause trouble in tomorrow’s negotiations?”
Seeing the gradually serious expression on the twin-tailed girl’s face, Violet casually shook her head.
“Not necessarily that, but there’s something I’ve always been concerned about.”
“What is it?”
“Eileen.”
The priestess suddenly mentioned a name.
“Have you heard this name before?”