After spending several hours touring it, Velin had seen the entire castle in the company of the Blood Moon Count and her family.
Although Blood Moon Castle covered only a quarter of the area of Windsor Castle, it was exceptionally comfortable to live in. Clearly, his great-aunt knew how to enjoy life.
Then again, the Blood Moon Count had founded the Blood Moon Territory, so naturally, she could design her castle however she pleased.
Although the Eagle Territory had other castles with beautiful surroundings, Windsor Castle had been built by their ancestor, who had laid down a family rule: the main branch of the Ex Family must remain rooted in Windsor Castle, shun luxury, and attend to matters personally. They were not to leave everyday chores to others, lest comfort erode their fighting spirit.
Still, every few years, the Eagle Count would take his entire family to stay at another castle for a few months.
"Velin, what do you think of Blood Moon Castle?" Miyali asked her grandnephew warmly.
Velin replied respectfully, "Great-aunt, Blood Moon Castle is beautiful. It's the most beautiful castle I've ever seen."
"You have good taste."
Miyali's vanity was thoroughly satisfied, and her smile grew even brighter.
"Oh, right. Your father told me you wanted to contact the Kube Kingdom's military?"
"Yes, Great-aunt. I believe tensions between the Kube Kingdom and the Is Half-Elf Kingdom are growing, and war may break out. I'd like to take this opportunity to trade, earn some money, and develop my territory." Velin held nothing back, explaining honestly why he had come.
Miyali, Vitris, and Derrigos exchanged glances, each seeing shock in the others' eyes.
"Velin, do you know why I returned to Blood Moon Castle from the border this time?" Vitris asked solemnly, his earlier flippancy gone.
Before Velin could