A long-distance teleportation Magic Array had already been set up at the Magical Beast, Magic Plant, and Battle Pet Shop. With the increasing volume of goods, they really did need a stable array.
Kroya could hardly use his Sacred Spring Crystal Card to make every delivery himself. That might have worked at first, but as more shops opened, a Spatial Magic Array would become essential.
Travel between the two places had therefore become very convenient.
At that moment, Aili had already arrived on Reef Island through the Spatial Magic Array.
Rob, the steward who had not personally received a guest in quite some time, came to greet her.
"Ms. Aili, please follow me."
As Kroya's domain grew more powerful, Rob had long since learned to remain composed no matter whom he met.
After all, the little Merfolk prince came over to play now and then, and he frequently saw Angels and Elves flying about...
Once he had seen enough of them, they naturally ceased to be anything remarkable.
"Sorry for the trouble."
Aili showed none of the arrogance common among Elves, nor their disdain toward humans. Her upbringing would not permit it.
Children raised by great families with truly deep foundations were rarely fools. The deeper a family's roots, the more eloquent and gracious its members tended to be.
Rob gave Aili a slightly surprised glance, then led her through a long tunnel and into the reception room.
"Please wait here for a moment. My master will be here shortly."
"Of course."
Aili watched the steward leave, then discreetly surveyed the decor-the floor was made of red wood, the walls were covered in cream wallpaper, and the furnishings included porcelain, black-and-white paintings, and several incense burners releasing curling wisps of fragrance.
She had never seen a reception room decorated this