CHAPTER 1160: CHAPTER 854: THEN YOU CAN’T BLAME ME

This can be considered some decorative niceties.

Reiger felt that the mayor in front of him was quite adept at this kind of pleasantries; they didn’t make people uncomfortable and even had a somewhat uplifting effect.

However, these pleasantries weren’t blatant flattery or obsequious behavior. The other party mixed some truths into their words, making others feel comfortable without causing displeasure.

"It’s good that the mayor thinks this way." Reiger chuckled softly and said, "I wonder if the mayor is willing to introduce us?"

"...I can report this matter, but whether or not you can achieve your wish depends on the decision of the royal family." Raphy thought for a moment, ultimately deciding not to speak too definitively, cautiously saying, "Logically speaking, you saved Mite and helped our country resist an illegal invasion from abroad, preventing us from losing territory. Both emotionally and rationally, the royal family should recognize and thank you."

"If it’s an introduction, it might be difficult, but if you wish to be summoned, given the current situation, it’s still quite feasible."

"It’s just..."

Here, Raphy seemed hesitant to continue.

"Just what?"

Reiger urged slightly, prompting the other party to continue their speech.

Seeing this, Raphy sighed.

"It’s just that the person summoning you may not be Her Majesty the Queen. If you enter the Queen’s Palace because of this, you might encounter some troublesome matters."

Raphy’s words made Reiger narrow his eyes.

He had previously familiarized himself with the situation in the Tistis Kingdom and naturally knew what Raphy was referring to.

The internal strife of the Tistis Kingdom was well known even on the side of the Ginas Kingdom. Yuri had already informed Reiger about this, so he knew that the current Tistis Kingdom was like a scattered piece, with the royal family divided into two factions that were constantly at odds, and the nobles each had their own supporters. Yet, the queen did not intervene, behaving as if unaware of the situation, not even handling governmental affairs. It was said she hadn’t left the Queen’s Palace or even her bedchamber for a long time, remaining secluded and rarely seen.

As a result, the domestic affairs of the Tistis Kingdom were now divided in two, respectively controlled by the Princess Faction and the Prince Faction of the royal family.

The biggest issue was that the internal affairs of both sides were not distinctly separate, with each trying to meddle in everything. Consequently, both parties engaged in power struggles daily, causing relentless chaos.

Reiger, in both sentiment and reason, should be recognized and thanked by the royal family, but the question lies in who will come forward to do so?

Both sides undoubtedly wish to represent the entire nation in acknowledging and thanking Reiger publicly, thus proving themselves the de facto leaders of the country.

Therefore, Raphy stated that the one summoning Reiger would not be Her Majesty the Queen because she no longer governs affairs, seemingly allowing the Tistis Kingdom to drift as it may.

If Reiger were summoned and entered the Queen’s Palace, he would eventually be compelled to conform to the situation, choosing in full view which side to visit ceremonially.

Would it be the Princess Faction or the Prince Faction?

If he accepted the invitation from the Princess Faction, would the Prince Faction simply watch from the shadows?

The reverse also holds true.

This was the trouble Raphy mentioned.

Regarding this, Reiger had only one thing to say.

"Mayor, you are overthinking." Reiger calmly stated, "Regardless of who summons me, the troubles you see will not fall upon me."

"If troubles do find me, I can only say that anyone who causes such issues must be blind."

"If things backfire, well, don’t blame me, would you say?"

Such words left Raphy initially stunned, then her expression slightly changed.

She understood this.

Not only did she understand, but Shu’en, on the side, also understood, even casting a glance at Lilith behind Reiger.

He contemplated, what would be the consequences if someone from the Prince or Princess Faction, driven by their petty schemes, sought trouble with Reiger?

The result would be quite severe, evidently.

These were not ordinary people who could be freely manipulated by the royal family. They were accompanied by a Tactical Level Magician and a Sword Saint, a group of extraordinary individuals.

Would they fear the royal family’s difficulties?

Clearly not.

Would the royal family be so irrational to offend such a clearly distinguished group, with a Sword Saint among them?

Obviously, they would not.

If they were, those people should abandon their power struggles and return home for farming and retirement.

Clearly, their minds are not suited for power struggles.

At this point, Raphy and Shu’en were no longer worried about Reiger and his group facing problems. Instead, they feared that the royal family and the country might encounter trouble.

To offend unknown powerful figures in the current situation, provoking a group of evidently distinguished young people, the consequences would indeed be severe.

Thinking of this, Shu’en aside, Raphy was reluctant to see Reiger and his team head to Urwash and enter the Queen’s Palace, being summoned by the royal family.

But they had clear objectives and would not come without reason, to hinder them would not be favorable.

Thus, Raphy forced a smile.

"I will appropriately report your situation to the royal family. If a summons is made, someone will be sent to receive you."

For the sake of the country, Raphy was truly frazzled.

She had already decided to solemnly report upwards, focusing on informing them about the extraordinary nature of Reiger’s group, ensuring they were noticed, lest they inadvertently offend someone they shouldn’t.

The current Tistis Kingdom cannot endure any harsh turmoil.

Unfortunately, Raphy’s heart was destined to be even more troubled.

"When their people come, how long will that take?"

Reiger frowned.

Reporting was not difficult; in this world, there existed communication magic crystals. Believing that once Tistis Kingdom’s royal family learned of their group, they would not neglect them and would promptly arrange a summons.

But if it required sending someone to receive them first, how long would the journey take?

In the Ginas Kingdom, even with the help of the Grand Canal, a round trip from the capital to the border’s Meprosland would still take nearly half a month.

And Tistis Kingdom lacked a Grand Canal, with an environment far harsher than Ginas Kingdom. If hindered by blizzards along the way, a round trip would likely take a month.

That’s too long.

Reiger’s concerns were not unwarranted.

"The royal family possesses the most excellent travel tools, top-tier configurations, even with blizzards; they can reach Beryl Territory in less than ten days, even the farthest Mite in Beryl Territory in about ten days."

Raphy thus informed Reiger.

"Then a round trip takes at least twenty days, right?" Reiger shook his head and said, "Forget it, that’s too long, it’s better for me to first set out to Urwash."

"You’ll travel yourself?" Raphy was taken aback, then hurriedly said, "While there are tools in Mite for traversing icy terrain, they don’t match the speed of the royal family’s top-tier travel tools. Using them would take more time for you to reach Urwash."

"It’s fine, I’ll handle this myself." Reiger dismissed the concern lightly, "All the mayor needs to do is contact the royal family, convey our requests, and prepare the map, food, and water for us."

Hearing this, seeing Reiger’s expression, Raphy knew she couldn’t stop this young man.

"So now, there isn’t even the possibility to delay and find a solution."

Raphy sighed inwardly again.

But...

"With them here, can I entrust that person to them too?"

Raphy’s eyes subtly flickered.

Moments later, Raphy reached a decision.

"I’ll talk to that person first then."