Cassias took over the explanation. “The Heart Sage is choosing three Underlords from the young generation to represent the Akura vassal states in the tournament. I suspect Eithan—” “—already has his candidates picked out,” Eithan said, throwing out his arms. “If it all works out, I’ll be able to provide all three candidates. And two of them officially have the name ‘Arelius,’ so it still looks good for us.” Lindon and Yerin traded glances. He was clearly pointing to them, and they had been adopted into the Arelius family. Cassias’ eyebrows raised. “Three?” “Three?” Mercy repeated. Eithan met
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