That night, Victor brought his father to his home in Wood Fort Town.
Victor briefly told his father about the territory's recent development, the difficulties he had encountered, and the battle that had erupted so suddenly.
"Father, how are things in Golden Sunflower Territory? Are Mother and my younger brother and sister doing well?"
"They're all well. Don't worry. I came not only to see how this territory was developing, but also because of the letter you sent me. There are some things I need to confirm with you."
After Victor and Vitri of the Gorn Trading Company signed their agreement, Victor had sent a letter to his father, Wembley.
He had explained the course of events in code, but there was only so much he could fit into a letter. Victor had planned to send another when the third fleet returned.
He had not expected his father to come to the Northlands in person to discuss it.
"Father, do you think there was anything wrong with my choice?"
"No, my son. You made the right choice. The situation in the country is complicated, and we don't know what the future holds. Choosing the stronger side was no mistake."
"The Raine Kingdom has turned its attention here. It has the power to intervene, and it has the Iron Birch Family behind it—a family with real strength in this country. The Ducal House cannot resist them with the forces it has now."
"That's what I thought too, Father. Grand Duke Mora will certainly keep suppressing supporters of Grand Duke Jola like us. Rather than endure that, we might as well change who rules this land. Besides, we've gained something from the Iron Birch Family. They delivered what they promised."
"That's the reality of it. We have few other choices. Even so,