Invitation

"Yago, you don't seem to be doing well lately. What happened?" Selina looked at the somewhat listless Yago with some concern.

In public, Selina addresses Yago as "boss," after all, Yago is indeed young, and Selina is doing this to save face for Yago.

Otherwise, some people in the Restoration Army might look down on or even resist the young Yago. But in private, Selina still calls Yago by his name. In terms of age alone, Yago should call Selina" sister."

Yago tapped his head and said with a wry smile, "It's nothing, it's just that I've been having trouble sleeping lately."

Selina: "Insomnia? You should see a doctor when you have time. You're the spiritual leader of the Restoration Army now, don't overwork yourself."

Yago nodded.

At this point, Selina got down to business, "The Restoration Army's training team for Paradis Island is all set up, and the technical personnel are all settled. If there's nothing else, I'll head back to the Marley Capital. You're not going back, so someone still needs to keep an eye on things there."

Yago thought about it and realized it made sense. Although the Marley Capital was currently in the hands of the Restoration Army, the Restoration Army in the Marley Capital also needed a leader. He had just returned to Paradis Island and had no plans to return to the Marley Capital for the time being. Therefore, it would be good to let Selina go back and take charge of the situation first.

"Okay, it's just a bit of a pity. There are quite a few fun places on Paradis Island that I didn't get to take you all to see properly," Yago said with a smile.

Selina smiled and replied, "It's alright. Once our Eldia People are truly revived, we'll have plenty of time to travel and have fun. We'll reimburse your travel expenses then!"

After exchanging a couple of jokes, Selina prepared to take her leave. She didn't need to ask anyone's permission; the second-in-command of the Restoration Army only needed to inform the top leader before leaving.

"By the way, if you encounter any trouble in the Marley Capital, you can consult Commander Erwin. He's my old leader and trustworthy. Also, try to appease the Marley Volunteer Army in the Marley Capital. I have a plan here; take it back and review it carefully..."

Yago rambled on and on, saying that asking Erwin for help was one option. Previously, Paradis Island had appointed Erwin to lead a team to support the Marley Capital. Yago and his team returned, but Erwin and the support troops did not come back with them. After all, the Marley Capital was now considered Eldians territory.

"I know, I know, you're so young, why are you so long-winded? I know what I'm doing." Selina was almost exasperated by Yago's nagging.

"Oh, right, it feels really awkward to keep calling Marley Capital Marley Capital. It's in our hands now, so why don't we change the name?" Selina suggested.

Yago stroked his chin. Changing the name? It doesn't seem like a bad idea. The city is already in our Eldians hands, so calling it the Marley Capital is a bit jarring.

Before leaving, Selina received an invitation to afternoon tea from Nack. Nack was, after all, a veteran of the Restorationists, and like Jack, he had practically watched Selina grow up. In terms of seniority, he could be considered Selina's elder.

Both logically and emotionally, Selina couldn't refuse Nack's invitation, so she took some time before leaving to accept it.

Nack chose a rather famous little Teahouse in the Capital. The environment was quite elegant, and although there weren't many customers, the atmosphere was very pleasant. As soon as Selina entered, she smelled a very fragrant aroma of tea, which was quite refreshing.

"Uncle Nack," Selina called out with a smile. Nack was already waiting for her in a small cubicle, though Nack seemed a little uneasy, which Selina didn't notice.

Then, Selina started chatting with Nack. They had only met briefly at the port before and hadn't had much of a conversation, so now they finally had a chance to talk.

Selina inquired about the living conditions of the other Restorationists and their families with concern. After learning that everyone had been properly settled by the Paradis Island Parliament, Selina breathed a sigh of relief. She was also very happy and grateful to Yago for rescuing the Restorationists. Without Yago, she might be the only one left in the Restorationists now.

While Selina was happy, Nack's expression was rather strange. He stammered about the former Eldia Empire, reminiscing about its past Eldia Empire, which puzzled Selina. Why bring up the Eldia Empire all of a sudden?

"Selina, what do you think of the Imperialists?" Finally, Nack couldn't hold back any longer and asked directly.

Selina had been living on Paradis Island for some time and only had a superficial understanding of the debate between the Imperialists and the Restorationists. She was more concerned about the millions of her compatriots in the Marley Capital and had no interest in getting involved in the power struggles on Paradis Island.

Now, Nack has laid his cards on the table, and the Imperialists hopes to gain Selina's support to restore the former glory of the Eldia Empire.

Hearing this, Selina frowned slightly. Putting aside whether she had any ties to the Imperialists, even if she were to support someone, why would Nack think that Selina, as the second-in-command of the Restoration Army, would support the Restorationists's opponents?

Nack was very direct. He said bluntly, "Selina, I've looked into it. You're now the number two in the Eldia Revival Army, but with your abilities, why should you be subordinate to that brat Yago Norman? We, the Imperialists, believe in your abilities. Your uncle watched you grow up. Your brilliance shouldn't be overshadowed by a child. So, support the Imperialists!"

Upon hearing this, Selina frowned immediately. Was this an attempt to sow discord between her and Yago? Nack probably knew nothing about the history of the Restoration Army's rise to power, nor did he know the extent of Yago Norman's contributions to the Restoration Army. What did he mean by "submitting" or "being subservient"? Nack was clearly only interested in Yago's youth and wanted to use this to drive a wedge between them.

"Uncle Nack, you've gone a bit too far. Yago's abilities are acknowledged by all the comrades in the Restoration Army. It's the Restoration Army's internal affair, so outsiders shouldn't interfere," Selina said coldly, her tone lacking the warmth she had just displayed.

"Furthermore, we have no intention of interfering with any so-called Imperialists; that's your own business. In the Marley Capital, there are still millions of our Eldia compatriots waiting for our Restoration Army to liberate and help them. We have no time to fight for power and profit for others."

These words left Nack speechless, his face turning red with embarrassment.

Just as Selina was about to say goodbye and leave, she suddenly heard arguing coming from next door.

"What!? You're plotting a rebellion! How dare you! Stop immediately! Then apologize and explain to the Parliament!" A rough voice shouted angrily.

But another voice coldly interrupted, "Sorry, that's not up to you. Guards, take Lance away!"

"What?! Arno, what are you doing? Herman? You guys!"

A series of noises came from next door, like something was being rummaged through, along with the sound of breaking glass, shouts, struggles, screams, and intermittent groans.

Selina couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding, and Nack's eyes instantly turned fierce.