The mayor hesitated.
"My lord, this is such an important matter. I can't decide without consulting the officials of the town. Can you give us some time to discuss this? I promise to give you an answer tomorrow."
Alaric didn't force him.
According to the system, he still had a month left until the orc army would launch another attack.
"Alright. Please think about it carefully, mayor. I hope I'll get a satisfactory response tomorrow." Alaric stood up and left the mayor's office after saying those words.
As soon as he left, the mayor let out a deep sigh as he leaned weakly on his seat.
Oh, Aru! I don't know what to do.
I don't want to leave the town, but I also don't like the townspeople to be in danger…
Aru, I beseech you, to please guide your loyal believer in the right direction…
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At the estate of House Silversword, a royal messenger arrived to deliver a letter to the baron.