Leo Ray could clearly sense the sudden change in Duke's demeanor.
The atmosphere in the reception hall, which had been extremely solemn and serious, subtly shifted.
The other four leaders of the neutral forces, surprised, couldn't help but look at each other, undertaking silent exchanges.
Since Sarah Shawn hadn't directly declared her descent from the Loren Royal Family, and her conversation with Duke was merely hinted at, it was clear that the four were momentarily confused about what exactly was happening.
After a moment, only the Old President of Verdant Adventurers' Guild, Bernie, furrowed his brows as he recalled the ring Sarah had shown earlier, a thoughtful expression appearing in his wrinkled old eyes.
As an archaeologist, although he had never personally explored the ancient Loren Dynasty, which had been destroyed a millennium ago, he had seen in some old adventurer's research notes this kind of emblem that was said to represent the Loren Royal Family.