Leena’s blunt inquiry left Martin with no room for evasion.0

Sein was here to settle matters and had little time to waste on pleasantries.0

While Martin could perhaps afford to be evasive with Sein, given that Sein had no leverage to exploit Martin’s vulnerabilities, the situation with Leena was different.0

He had to consider the Black Tower of Cinderbones and its influence behind her.0

“I did indeed promise to assist Sein with the matter, but the agreement was for after thirty years. There are still five years remaining…” Martin murmured.0

Seeing the obvious displeasure on Leena’s face, he continued, “To be honest, Rank Three black mage Gandra also has shares in this medium-sized black...0