Clan Meeting [2]

As the pill jades were distributed, the mood in the room subtly shifted.

The initial tension surrounding the warehouse fire had given way to a more practical atmosphere, one of planning, delegation, and resource assessment.

Discussions flowed between elders, their tones now brisk but measured.

Elder Ra raised concerns about the trade caravans returning late from the Western Border.

Elder Joshua proposed new tariffs for foreign merchants passing through Coldwind City.

Elder Long suggested increasing security around the talisman workshop following rumors of theft in nearby shops.

One after another, they reported, debated, and noted.

Fang Yuan listened quietly, his expression unreadable but his mind taking in every detail.

He scribbled the occasional note, nodded at wise suggestions, and only spoke when necessary.

Then, near the end of the meeting, Elder Sun cleared his throat.