As long as there's a bit of hope, they'll all stay.
After realizing this, many faces showed complicated expressions.
Will the territory really have ways to keep them here?
Next, many people in the tavern fell silent, and quite a few gulped down their drinks, the sting of alcohol easing their bitterness.
Just as the tavern quieted down, some people flooded in from outside, reporting directly on the situation.
"The Lord has come out, asking us to gather in the plaza—he has something to say to us."
"Hurry up! Besides the Lord, lots of other big shots are there. Looks like it's a big deal!"
"I bet it's related to the recent changes in the territory. I have to check it out."
"Let's go! Together!"
"Hope it's some good news."
"The news I just heard hasn't been confirmed yet! Come on, let's see."
"..."
Many people still held onto a last shred of hope, following the crowd to the scene one by one.
