In a manor within the Provincial Capital of Knas Province, Sabrina sat in a garden. She set down the letter in her hand, covered her face, and murmured to herself, "He's formidable. Whether in martial prowess or strategy, I misjudged him before."
The Blue-haired Head Maid standing beside Sabrina spoke up upon hearing this. "Your Highness, shall I prepare the Carriage and Honor Guard for you next?"
"No." Sabrina shook her head. "Once the Nakis family has been destroyed by the Church of War, I'll personally pay this Viscount Abner a visit."
"Also, send someone to Winson Manor and deliver an invitation to Lord Velin. Tell him I invite him to speak at the Knas Clock Tower tomorrow at noon."
"Yes, Your Highness."
The Blue-haired Head Maid lowered her head in a bow before turning and leaving.
Early the next morning, the three departed Winson Manor and headed for the Provincial Capital of Knas Province.
After entering the city, Velin and Kyle parted ways with Lester.
The Knas Clock Tower was the tallest structure in Knas Province aside from the cathedrals of the Church of Dawn and the Church of War. It stood one hundred and thirteen meters tall, had been built in the year 7783, and had undergone five renovations.
Beneath the clock tower, more than a hundred silver-armored guards patrolled the area, preventing others from approaching.
At the outer checkpoint, the Blue-haired Head Maid spotted Velin and Kyle. She stepped forward, bowed, and said, "My lords, please follow me."
Following behind the Head Maid, Velin stepped onto the clock tower's lifting platform. Drawn by magic power, it rose toward the top of the tower.
Upon reaching the top, the Blue-haired Head Maid pushed open the doors, stepped back to the left, bent slightly at the waist, and gestured