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Chapter 139 - 139 — And In Return?

Once they spotted the Emperor heading toward them, the guards straightened immediately before announcing, "His Majesty, the Emperor of Revhara, has arrived."

The high priests rose from their seats, greeting the man.

"Take a seat," he ordered once he sat on his ornate chair, decorated with jewels. The armrests were made of pure gold, while the rest was gold-plated.

The priests abided by the command.

"Now then, what brings you here?" the Emperor asked. "None of you has ever decided to send a delegation during the past fifty years since the war."

Charles leaned forward, a practiced smile stretching across his wrinkled face.

"Your Majesty," he began smoothly, "it is precisely because of these past fifty years of peace that the temple grows concerned. We should maintain good faith with one another. And what better way to do so than by entrusting us with the orphaned children, so we can ensure their safety and give them a better life?"

The Emperor arched an eyebrow.

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