No matter what, there was indeed some credibility to what Roswaal had said.
If they were people who held deeply rooted prejudice against a silver-haired Half-Elf, then even with the dragon's recognition, they would not oppose Emilia's bid for the throne—but they certainly would not support her or become her companions.
That was also why the rest of the Mezas Clan could not become allies.
But if they were the mixed-blood children of humans and Demi-humans living in this "Sanctuary," then perhaps their similar experiences would lead them to support Emilia.
"Of course, we don't know whether all the 'Mixed-bloods' here are accepting of Lady Emilia. There may even be some heartless fellows who genuinely despise Half-demons as well."
Roswaal spoke such blunt words without the slightest regard for Emilia's feelings.
"But at the very least, we can be sure that not everyone is beyond winning over. Garfiel here, for example, doesn't unilaterally reject Lady Emilia, does he?"
Roswaal's words drew everyone's attention to Garfiel.
However, Garfiel responded without any courtesy.
"Don't get the wrong idea. This great me doesn't like anyone except those Oni sisters over there. I don't have the irritating prejudices those hopeless idiots do, but I've never planned on working under anyone either!"
Garfiel's arrogant declaration was met with rejection from the Oni sisters he favored.
"Ram, Ram, the dog you raised seems to be planning to bite its master."
"Rem, Rem, dogs that ignore the kindness of their lifesavers are just like this. You mustn't be fooled by that face of his that looks so easy to bully."
Rem and Ram's whispered exchange instantly took all the wind out of the previously overbearing Garfiel.
"Who are you calling easy to bully!? This great me is as fierce as that 'mud-playing little treant'!"
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