Just after Myria and her father left, the old friends of the Protectors stepped in.
"Your Highness, we think we should take our leave as well," Sulman said respectfully.
Aengus sighed. "I wish you would've stayed a few days longer to ensure everything goes well after the reform. But I don't want to force you either. And I'm sorry for not being able to offer any rewards for your needs."
"Haha... Don't be so humble, Your Highness. With your strength, I believe you would've won even without our help. The only reward we need is to look after our descendants," Spark stated with a lighthearted smile.
"No, without your assistance, victory would've been difficult. We could have suffered more losses. I thank you," Aengus said sincerely.
"As for the true reward you seek, maybe one day I can find it too and share it with my three old friends."