He Noticed! Delight, Then Let's Fight

Tang Zheng's voice fell on everyone's ears, making the already quiet hall even quieter.

Lakyus and the others looked at Tang Zheng in confusion and surprise.

Princess Renner, on the other hand, showed no disappointment. She merely nodded politely, though her gaze dimmed considerably.

"Why?"

Suddenly, a somewhat agitated voice broke the atmosphere.

Climb's eyes widened. He could not help stepping forward, clenching both fists as he spoke loudly, "You could clearly help more people... Why?"

By the time he said those last three words, Climb had noticed everyone looking at him and realized he had misspoken.

In such a setting, as a subordinate, he should not have voiced any opinion. Even Miss Lainas, whose status was far higher than his, had stood behind Princess Renner from beginning to end without saying a word.

"My apologies."

Climb's cheeks flushed red as he bowed deeply.

"He's Climb, a very outstanding young man. Lord Tang, please don't take offense." Lakyus put away her surprised expression and spoke.

"I have failed to teach him properly." Princess Renner also wore an apologetic expression.

Tang Zheng looked at Climb and smiled. "No, Your Highness has taught him very well. He is a very upright person."

"Could you explain the reasons?"

Princess Renner sat properly with both hands resting on her legs beneath her long dress and asked curiously.

"First, setting aside the issue of raw materials, with my personal capabilities, I cannot supply potions to an army of thousands, or even tens of thousands, especially not through a long-term partnership."

"Second, I don't lack money."

"Third, as an adventurer, Guild regulations prohibit involvement in wars between nations. I don't know whether assisting through potions counts as involvement, but I hate trouble."

At this point, Tang Zheng glanced at Lakyus, leaned back, and slowly spoke in