Agate turned to look at his former superior. "Regardless, I will faithfully convey the Lord of Vengeful's goodwill to Archbishop Zeka."
He saw Lu Jia and the head of the Military Affairs Department enter.
Reinhardt lowered his voice. "Enough about that. How is he doing?"
"Everything is going smoothly."
Agate offered no further response.
The conference hall was abuzz with people. Whether they were Local Lords in person or the representatives they had sent, everyone wore an exceptionally grim expression, their minds heavy with worry.
After meeting with the head of the Military Affairs Department.
In contrast to the arrogance he'd shown by ignoring the local Governor, Cateline's attitude was far more humble now that he was before Reinhardt and Agate.
Local Governors held power due to their bloodlines and political standing. The two men before him, however, *were* power itself.
Cateline bowed his head slightly in greeting.
"Lord of Vengeful."
