On the observation platform, the other tourists had evidently noticed the strange yet palpable tension between the two individuals.
They deliberately or unintentionally diverted their paths, avoiding the spot where the two were standing.
Aiven realized he had spoken too eagerly, forcing a smile onto his face in an attempt to ease the atmosphere:
"Miss Vinya, didn't you say you wanted to help the people of your homeland?
Merely closing off and engaging in seclusion will only lead to backwardness and beatings. Since you are willing to step out to understand the world outside, you should know how rapidly the Old Continent is evolving now.
So, why not choose a kingdom on the continent as your collaborator?"
Aiven was not one to turn cold-hearted abruptly, though his overly direct intent had already met with the other's resistance.
However, if possible, he still preferred to achieve a win-win situation through peaceful cooperation, with force being the last resort.
