Acting Village Chief

"It's not that complicated without a village chief. You can just take up the position,"

... 

Leo has always hated attending meetings, and if it wasn't for Master Rio's repeated requests and Pale Blue's enthusiastic persuasion, he wouldn't have bothered to join in. 

Now, he's more concerned about the state of his tavern and if there have been any losses. 

Hearing Leo's words, Master Rio shook his head: "I can't do it. I'm in this state, how can I be the village chief..." 

"But in the newbie village, you have the highest level, Master Rio," Pale Blue chimed in, "With the village chief gone, you're the most suitable candidate. The newbie village is in chaos, and we need someone to take charge. I think you should stop declining and take up the position as soon as possible to oversee reconstruction!" 

Pale Blue's words were also driven by self-interest, as it was their guild, the Pale Blue Guild, who had saved Master Rio's life.