The concern was the same as when they had come here with Rigurd.
When heading to Gate City Pristella, Emilia's camp could not bring too many people, lest the other side suspect they were preparing for war.
And considering both ease of movement and the defense of their base, it seemed all but certain that Capricorn would remain at the main estate.
However, they could not let Emilia lack protection simply because of such concerns and allow some danger to arise in the end.
Therefore, besides Emilia, who had to go, Fang Li, as Emilia's knight, needed to accompany her as well.
And since Fang Li would be going, Rem and Beatrice would inevitably have to go with him.
One of the two girls was Fang Li's personal maid, while the other was his Contract Spirit. There was no reason for them to remain at the estate while Fang Li was taking action.
With Fang Li, Rem, and Beatrice, their combat strength was actually sufficient.
Even without considering Fang Li's strength, Rem was an Oni famed for her immense power, while Beatrice was a Great Spirit embodying the ultimate expression of yin magic. They were already more than enough as guards.
With Fang Li added to the mix, nothing should go wrong.
Still, just in case, Fang Li decided to bring Garfiel along as well.
After all, no matter how strong he was, he was still only one person. If they ran short on manpower, there would be nothing he could do.
Besides, while Garfiel was powerful, he lacked experience. Taking him out to see the world and broaden his horizons was necessary too.
Otherwise, relying on brute force alone would eventually cause him to stumble.
Thus, the group heading for Gate City Pristella was decided: Fang Li, Emilia, Rem,