"Besides, Xio's princess superior was probably in a delicate position... As a demigod of the Augustus Royal Family, even if she'd gathered the materials for her advancement herself, she was unlikely to be allowed to marry outside the family...
"Yet George III's attitude was ambiguous. He neither refused nor agreed, as though he were holding out for a better offer from the Delien Family...
"Finally, according to what Owen told Selo, he and George III had an understanding about this plan to 'capture' Princess Vera.
"Perhaps George III would welcome seeing his sister controlled by someone else? Or had Owen offered a high enough price?
"Hmm. Before taking action, I'd better speak with Her Highness..."
As his thoughts raced, Abner continued writing and sketching on the paper, adjusting and refining his plan.
Once everything was ready, he Teleported to the nearby Wheat Seedling Church and found Helen, who was dressed in bizarre clothes. They spoke in private for some time.
Afterward, the two headed to Ancient Vine Manor on the outskirts of the city and used the underground Teleportation Altar to Travel to Backlund.
In his hotel room on Oravi Island, Klein placed the Radio Telegraph on the table.
Before long, a rapid clacking began.
Clack, clack, clack. A sheet of illusory white paper emerged from the Radio Telegraph, bearing words in Loenese:
"Great Master, your loyal and humble servant Arrodes has finally, finally caught up with you!"
No need to get so excited... Still, Arrodes's way with words was as practiced as ever. It voiced no resentment over their long silence and didn't ask why Klein hadn't contacted it. Instead, it blamed itself for failing to keep pace with him. It's flattering me so hard I almost feel guilty... But I still need to stay on guard... Klein