Zong Shen's words struck Domhnall and the other two like a bolt from the blue.
They froze on the spot, unsure how to respond.
The older Kuros Curtis raised a hand and wiped at the nonexistent sweat on his forehead.
At that moment, the young Saul Bravo, still holding a heron-feather quill, was the first to react.
He first gave Zong Shen a deep bow before speaking apologetically.
"Honored envoy..."
"You must have heard the rumors about Baron Eddie Nickles, haven't you?"
As soon as he said this, before Zong Shen could reply, Domhnall Aiden, standing beside him, yanked off his gentleman's hat and rebuked him anxiously.
"Shut up! Saul, how dare you disgrace yourself before the envoy!"
"Speaking recklessly about a noble is punishable by flogging!"
"Before the kingdom issues a decree changing the land rights, Lord Eddie is the sky over Seaka Bang City!"
Yet the young Saul Bravo shook his head in despair.
"Uncle Domhnall, we have nothing left to hide behind..."
"You and I both know what Lord Eddie has done."
"Everyone in this city is a victim. Everyone is...!!!"
"Damn it, calm down!"
"Saul, Saul, don't say another word!"
He suddenly became hysterical, and Domhnall and Kuros hurriedly grabbed hold of him.
The temporary city hall immediately descended into chaos.
The scuffling escalated into a brawl.
Scrolls and letters were flung everywhere.
Zong Shen showed no reaction to this farce. He lifted his black tea and took small sips.
The noble system was a mountain pressing down on the heads of the natives.
Even though Baron Eddie Nickles had turned the entire city into a complete mess, they still had to maintain a respectful facade toward him.
Instead, Zong Shen rather admired the young Saul Bravo for daring to speak frankly.
He was a brave