Lafayette might have stepped in out of a sense of urgency, but he had nonetheless interfered in a one-on-one duel. As a member of the proud Knights of the Azure Sky, he would undoubtedly feel shame over his transgression.

As Seon-Hyeok expected, Lafayette’s face contorted, as though he had bitten into something bitter. However, he quickly hid his feelings and offered a suggestion.

“I have no intention of breaking my promise twice. How about putting those debts aside until after our duel?”

It was an obvious trick. Lafayette hoped to emerge victorious in the duel and be able to drive discussions to his advantage. Naturally, it was a proposal that could only hurt Seon-Hyeok.

“Fine by me.”

Nonetheless, Seon-Hyeok readily accepted Lafayette’s offer.

“Ah…”

Roland let out a sigh of relief at the response. For Roland, as the loser of the previous duel, Seon-Hyeok’s demands were obligations rather than suggestions. He had to be relieved that there was a chance to escape from this sticky situation.

Of course, Seon-Hyeok did not accept Lafayette’s proposal out of consideration for Roland. Just as Lafayette...