Exploring Again

Abel's confident reply did not give Steward Bobichi much confidence. What Steward Bobichi currently understood was that Abel himself was a powerful Sorceress who was very famous throughout the Holy Continent.

Although the Duchy of Camai had gained another Grand Knight Commander, its foundations were weak to begin with. Even with Grand Knight Commander Bodley, it had merely narrowed the gap between itself and the other duchies.

Steward Bobichi did not know that there were four Griffin Grand Knight Commanders in Harvest City, along with many knights who were rapidly growing stronger.

However, there was one thing he did know: as long as Abel was there, no one would dare provoke the Duchy of Camai.

"Your Majesty, the Grand Duchy of Thunderclap, the Duchy of Korol, and the Duchy of Laka have sent people to contact us. They have expressed their willingness to purchase food at a high price. Since you personally manage all matters concerning the food, this issue has been delayed until now," Steward Bobichi reported again.

"Cut off contact with the other duchies. Tell them that I've entered seclusion. The Duchy of Camai will have no official dealings with the other duchies for the next few years," Abel said in a deep voice.

Although he had accumulated some food reserves, they were not particularly large. If he sold food now, it would give the other nations the impression that the Duchy of Camai possessed vast reserves. The Duchy of Camai would then become a juicy target.

When food supplies became tight in the other duchies, they might very well take the risk and make a move against the Duchy of Camai.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Steward Bobichi replied with a bow.

Over the next few days, Abel spent his time meeting with the officials of Gamba City, stabilizing