Chapter 129 Official Decree... Full-Scale Mobilization

For Michael, selling substandard weapons was both a business opportunity and a form of civic duty, helping to defend the kingdom. If rowing while the tide is high was ever apt, it was now. In a way, producing these weapons was a noble effort, contributing to national defense and aiding neighboring territories.

A blast of magical energy erupted through the mist, striking the port side of the ship Pavilion with a bright flash. The vessel, tasked with transporting grain from the Radiant Holy Kingdom to the Pamir Empire, reeled as crew members—disguised paladins—screamed and fell to the deck.

While trained as sailors, their lack of experience made it impossible to stabilize the ship under such conditions. Sir Jared, captain of the Pavilion and one of the Radiant Holy Kingdom's Paladin Order leaders, wiped the sweat from his brow, grinding his teeth in frustration.