It would be an exaggeration to say that the people knew the minds of the conspirators, but indeed, on the face of it, they were indeed thinking about the interests of the principality. But there are many unknown factors in this, and it is a fact that they need adventurers to help them negotiate with the Bantu. But there is no information about what adventurers will encounter in the northern snowy regions other than an ice dragon that no one has ever seen before.

They could be killed by the Delos on the frontier before they set foot in the snow, or captured as spies by the Duchy's army. Of course, if you manage to pass through the war zone and reach the snowy region. You'll also have to face unknown circumstances and pray that the barbarians from the north won't kill you as an invader. In short, Marcos can think of many disadvantageous situations, but all of them are unknown.

"A commission that cannot be refused, this is indeed like the style of aristocrats. Milna smirked mockingly.

"If I'm not mistaken, the ice dragon in the north must have been a lifeform created by the Tyrannosaurus King Bakar?" Uma said to Mirna.

"You're not mistaken, genius. Mirna stuck out her tongue. "Like the dragon Hess, who was once slain, it is also a dragon created by Bakar. ”

Marcos nodded thoughtfully, "That would explain why the tribes of the Northern Snowy Region couldn't shake that ice dragon with all their strength." ”

"Does the Duchy have any more details, such as who should we go to?" Freya asked.

Karl shook his head, "Do you expect those guys to give you a detailed message?"

"Just asking. Freya shrugged helplessly.

"I'm not saying we have to find a way to refuse to carry out this commission, we can't do that, it's too risky. But I believe that everyone has the right to choose in this matter, and I wouldn't be surprised if any of you are not willing to go there. Marcos whispered, hesitant, afraid that the trust he had built would disappear under a coercive commission.

But not everyone is like Schultz's little ghost who can't read through other people's minds, so Camilli, who saw through Marcos's thoughts, asked. "Are you anxious, Marcos?"

Marcos looked up at Camille with a wry smile. "Yes. He struggled many times in his heart, but in the end he chose to speak his mind. It is a silent urging, from everyone's inquiries and the call of the ghosts and gods within themselves. "I made a deal with a dark elf to help him investigate the source of the plague in Noypera. I can't afford to lose the trust of a dark elf who maintains a friendly attitude towards humanity, and although I don't mean to save anything, that's not my style, but at least the most basic integrity I have to do. ”

So, you're just anxious about it? It doesn't seem like there's a reason. Freya said.

"But as you know, the Duchy has now given us a mandatory mandate, and we must go ahead and complete it no matter what. I think you should be able to understand what I mean, right?" said Marcos, with a bitter expression.

Uma folded her arms and raised her head slightly. "Just say what you think. ”

"I can't afford to settle this troublesome mandate, so that means someone who wants to. But I don't want to put you in danger, you have to think about it, it's very dangerous. Marcos had a hard time expressing his thoughts.

"I see. Uma nodded. "You can handle the agreement between you and the dark elf with confidence, and I think it's time for us to learn to go our separate ways. After all, everyone's path is different, and we can't be together all the time. ”

"I'm glad you understand me. Marcos said gratefully.

"Of course, after all, we can't refuse this mandatory commission, can we?" Uma spread her hands.

As Carl had predicted, Mirna and Uma soon decided to head to the northern snowy regions. It's just that they have stated more than once that they are definitely not there for some hellish negotiations, but to investigate the situation of the ice dragon. If they're lucky, they might even find some nice magical materials and specimens. Perhaps the only person willing to serve politics among them is Freya, but it is definitely not here, on the continent of Arad.

Sure enough, Schultz was the third person to jump out and take a stand. He was excited, and the idea of killing a strong enemy had been brewing in his mind for a long time, so he definitely wouldn't let go of this great opportunity. It's just that Milna reminded him at the right time - don't let yourself get too excited and cause yourself to make a big mistake, at a critical time, she can't guarantee that she will definitely be by his side.

But Schultz didn't care about these words, he only cared about whether he could successfully kill the ice dragon. So he quickly returned to the scarecrow who had become unremarkable, and for some reason, Marcos actually felt a little sympathy for the scarecrow, at least some ruthless swordsman lady would not practice swordsmanship in front of him all day.

"I'm sure if Frederick were to go, our talented waitress Maffeo would go with him. Freya couldn't help but laugh.

"So?" asked Marcos, expectantly.

"I told him that the next time we started the journey, we would go together. Freya gave a smile that wasn't smiling.

Marcos whistled, "Wow, I haven't heard of that." ”

"He brought it up to me, and I don't think there's anything wrong with that. Besides, if we have to negotiate then, I might be able to help a little. ”

"Yes, that's good. Marcos pouted.

Marcos wasn't going to ask Fett for advice, because she was the one who had the most position in the current situation, he knew what the other person was trying to do, and he wasn't prepared to interfere with her. What's more, she's not here at all right now. However, to Marcos's surprise, Camilli was reluctant to go there, simply because she was afraid of the cold. Well, everyone has their weaknesses anyway, and that's what makes Marcos amuse.

Carl seems to have been on Marcos's side from the beginning, and there is no doubt that he wants to accompany Marcos to investigate the source of the plague in Neupera. The decision was certainly not hasty, and Marcos believes that Carl must have made it after careful consideration. Indeed, enough people have traveled to the snowy regions of the north. And he himself did not dare to guarantee that he would not need a helper, and Carl's help was what he needed.

As for Warhammer and Blackburn, Marcos didn't care what they were doing. Warhammer I is nearing the end of their build, and they may be locking themselves up in a rented warehouse in Huttonmar in the near future.