"Return? But shouldn't we keep exploring the next floor?" asked Leon.
"Silver Star came with the plan to take the city from LionArk. If we ignore it, Mavelard will fall and LionArk will lose its foothold," Ethan replied.
"I'm the one who built LionArk. I'm the one who brought it to its peak. And during my time, Mavelard became the most promising city," said Ethan firmly.
"I'm here now, with power strong enough to defeat them all. How could I just stand by and watch my city destroyed and taken away?"
Leon fell silent, and so did Risa. They both knew how hard it was to build a guild and manage a territory. Even Risa, who barely knew what LionArk was, could feel how much worry Ethan carried.
"I understand," said Leon.
Ethan turned his head toward Risa, who stood nearby. "Before we leave the Tower, we'll take Risa home first."
"Of course. I'll help you, Ethan."
"And also, tell Jill something. This is a direct order from me," Ethan continued.
