After hearing this explanation, Laine thought that even if the problem lay with Gailte, the Blood Axe had no recourse. The contract they signed proved Gailte had already paid. Hence, it didn't matter how the Great Alchemist made the payment, whether with straw or gold; the transaction was considered complete. Even if Blood Axe appealed to the Emperor, he couldn't help them.
The captain sensed something was wrong upon Laine's appearance, especially since he seemed acquainted with the mercenaries. Still, he bit the bullet and said, "Would the famous human hero, who single-handedly repelled thousands of the Barbarian Army, also protect these debtors, Mr. Laine?"
"No, the dispute over the ship fees between you has nothing to do with me. I just want to remind you to wait for a ruling and not resort to violence, understand?" Laine said gently, protecting Amelia behind him.
