Regarding the rapid rise of the Bay Territory, Valera initially adopted a spectator's attitude.
Just like most Kael Elves from the Shadow Council, she thought the Bay Territory was a proxy for certain forces of the Nesserite Empire.
A pawn pushed forward to probe the situation.
The initial behavior and style of the Bay Territory did indeed seem misleading.
But gradually, as the Bay Territory's power grew stronger, its territory expanded, its population increased, its achievements became more remarkable, and its weapons and equipment grew more lavish.
Including Valera, most Kael Elves were a bit taken aback.
The Bay Territory's manner of doing things was completely contrary to the Nesserite Empire.
Not only was it not domineering or short-sighted, but it actually appeared very gentle and especially impactful.
The gentleness was that the Bay Territory wouldn't force any trading partners.
