The conquest of Kuran was critically important to both Luella and Kite. For Luella, it was a matter of life; for Kite, it was about reclaiming Hellane territory.

However, just because their desires were fervent didn’t mean they could dismiss the possibility of failure.

[/Party Even if things don’t go as planned, I’ll find a way for Xenon’s family to get by. Maybe even relocate them to another country.] [/Party I can handle that, but why are you only concerned about Xenon’s family? If things go wrong, living in Kuran will be difficult for you too.] [/Party Of course, I’ll have to flee to another country as well. But I’m not worried; I believe we can capture the Duke of Kuran.] [/Party Naturally. Even if things go wrong, I’ll take responsibility and bring you and Xenon’s family to Hellane.]

It seemed like they reached an agreement, and Hazen jumped into the conversation.

[/Party Let’s not lose spirit over things that haven’t happened yet. We just have to get rid of Kuran. Right, the future Duchess of Rominin?]

Hazen’s light-heartedness made Luella, who had been quietly dispirited, burst into laughter.

[/Party That sounds wonderful. Let’s get rid of the name ‘Kuran’ altogether and call it the Rominin territory.] [/Party Sounds good to me.]

At Hazen’s response, everyone in the conference room nodded.

[/Party In any case, I’m going to recruit Xenon’s family to our guild and bring them here. Is that okay?] [/Party Seems like you’ve already decided. Would my opposition change anything?] [/Party Then, once Kite returns, we’ll finalize their guild membership and bring the family over.] [/Party Alright, do that. And like you said, let’s eradicate Kuran and make this Hellane’s Rominin territory. So stop worrying for nothing.]

Luella pouted her lips.

[/Party Reach max level before you talk, will you?] [/Party Fine, I’ll focus on leveling up as soon as I get back.]

Luella said her goodbyes to Kite and left the party. Hazen seemed disappointed, but she wanted to quickly end the conversation as emotions had unexpectedly flared up.

Luella quickly got up to avoid the questioning looks of her colleagues.

“I’ll go talk to Xenon first. He might refuse, after all.”

Mitchell also stood up and spoke.

“Let’s all go. I think it would be better if Xenon joined us, so if he refuses, we can all persuade him.”

Everyone nodded in agreement as if to consent to Mitchell’s suggestion.

When they entered the next room, Tien was sitting across from Xenon, talking.

“Where’d you go? You were with Xenon?”

At Hazen’s words, Tien nodded.

“I went to check the outside situation. Balder had laid people flat.”

“Good job. You’ve grown, our Tien.”

As Hazen patted his head in praise, Tien swatted the hand away, annoyed.

“If you have something to say to Xenon, say it. Luella, sit here.”

Luella sat down in the seat Tien offered and cautiously asked,

“Xenon, as I mentioned earlier, how would you feel about bringing your entire family here?”

“All of my family?”

“Because of food issues and also because we’ve been continually harassed by the neighbors due to guarding the Pharaohs’ mansion.”

After hesitating, Xenon cautiously answered.

“Is that really okay? I’m concerned we might be imposing.”

“Not at all.”

Mitchell shook his head as he gripped Xenon’s shoulder.
“Right, Xenon. Actually, not being able to pay attention to your family who’s gone through all this trouble is an even bigger problem for us. I’m sorry.”

“On another note, Balder won’t stay put once he hears this news.”

Michel agreed with Raphael’s concern.

“Moreover, because Xenon is on outside guard duty, we can’t protect him if something happens.”

Luella stated firmly.

“Don’t post a guard. Assign him something else.”

“But if there’s no outside guard, anyone can come in. It’s as good as pointless.”

“So what are you going to do by placing a person there? If they want to break in, they’ll knock him out and come in.”

“Even so, there’s a clear difference between having someone there and not. Besides, Xenon takes great pride in his work.”

“I’m not saying he should quit being a guard entirely, just for a short while.”

Luella asked Xenon,

“Xenon, would you mind serving as a housekeeper for a bit? Whether you guard the main gate or the front door, it’s the same.”

Hagen shook his head as if disagreeing.

“It’s not the same. But if Xenon agrees, there’s nothing we can’t entrust him with. Our servants are rotating duties anyway.”

“From my perspective, it seemed similar. Xenon, what do you think? Just for a short while, working indoors?”

Raphael also gently urged Luella.

“Xenon, it’s not a demand, just choose comfortably. But given today’s events, standing guard outside alone seems a bit risky. If you’re uncomfortable, you can take a break from guard duties.”

Xenon stood up and bowed deeply.

“Thank you. If you entrust it to me, I will work diligently as a housekeeper and bring my family in as well.”

Xenon wiped the corners of his eyes with his palm before raising his head.

“Much appreciated!”

Luella immediately stood up and patted Xenon’s shoulder.