When they arrived in Thebe, Caron and his group were quickly escorted to a luxurious mansion situated in the northern part of the city. This mansion was known for its opulence, and was reserved for important guests whenever they visited. In the grand reception room, which was far more splendid than most noble estates, they were greeted by an unfamiliar host.0

"Thank the heavens! I am so relieved that such precious people are safe. The moment I saw your faces, I felt immense relief... I will be going back to the temple today to offer my gratitude," said a man who was dressed in formal attire, sounding almost as if he was confessing. He was Mayor Grine, the head of the Thebe Autonomous Territory. 0

Mayor Grine forced a smile as he looked at the direct descendants of the Leston family before him.0

Truly, thank goodness, he thought to himself. 0

When he first heard the news that the train carrying the duke's family had been attacked, it felt as though the world was closing in on him. Mayor Grine could only imagine the devastation that would have ensued if any of them had been injured or killed during the attack. Azureocean Castle would have mobilized all its forces and swept through the city in retaliation.0

Although the worst had been avoided, the situation was far from resolved.0

"The Thebe Autonomous Territory pledges its full cooperation in this matter. We will do everything in our power to assist in the investigation and prove that Thebe was not involved in this attack," Mayor Grine declared with conviction as he clenched his fists.0

However, Caron, who had been...0