Rod furrowed his brows.
Though Talinus was not entirely clear, that Iron Mask Manolo Bana certainly had issues with him, he always felt targeted by the man for reasons unknown.
Rod shared his suspicions.
Dalin was silent for a moment.
"Perhaps,"
he said uncertainly.
"It could be due to factional reasons. Manolo Bana is always seen close to Jon, and your relationship with Qingyu is also quite special. He might just be looking to undermine Qingyu's influence."
Rod frowned and said, "Can't you change the system for selecting the king? This only intensifies the infighting, doesn't it?"
Dalin gave a wry smile and shook his head.
"Young Rod, this is a millennia-old tradition of Trolian. The King is the heart of Trolian, and the quality of the King is more important than anything. After a great King ascends the throne, these losses and cracks can be healed."