"…" All of them couldn’t help but observe Flora, not understanding what had just happened. Why would Flora’s expression suddenly change?


    Nathan’s expression became even darker. He thought, ’This guy is a true politician. He must know Flora’s weakness and give it to her. This guy is dangerous… No, I should probably not work with him anymore.’


    Unfortunately, Nathan couldn’t do anything.


    As Nathan predicted, the war minister understood the importance of the firstdy. As someone who was closest to Nathan and who trusted him the most, the next reward would go to Selena.


    This would definitely boost Selena’s ego since he basically approved her standing as someone above the other girls. Flora could be ignored because of her status as a princess.


    The war minister announced, "Thanks to your valiant effort, the king has decided to reward you with 5 warrior ss cores and 30 mature ss cores, Lady Selena. In addition, we’d like to present to you this treasured item."


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    The war minister took out a wand. The wand’s handle was ck, but it didn’t seem to be made of ordinary metal. The head of the wand was coated with gold and finished with several enchantments. Last but not least, the eye of the wand was a blood-red gem.


    "Isn’t that… Staff of Windsor?" Flora raised her eyebrows.


    "Yes. This is the Staff of Windsor, a staff of the highest level equipped with several enchantments. It wasst used by the royal magician of our kingdom 120 years ago. After hearing Young Lady Selena’s brilliant talent, His Majesty believes you will surpass your father or even your ancestor. He ces a lot of expectations on you, Young Lady Selena. I hope you can be the person who is able to be the true owner of the staff."


    "…" Selena blinked a few times.


    Meanwhile, Flora, who had been persuaded… or more like bribed by the war minister, hurriedly helped him convince Selena. "You should take it, Selena. It’s probably going to rot in the treasury if you don’t use it. At a time like this, good things such as this wand are better to be used rather than getting covered with dust."


    "…" Selena ultimately nodded her head. "I’ll ept the reward gratefully. Thank you very much."


    The war minister knew that the Ashton family was a sensitive topic to her, but they didn’t know much about the conflicts between them, so it wasn’t wise to bring it up as a reward. They had to find out a bit more. Besides, he knew this wouldn’t be thest time they met each other.


    The war minister smiled before turning to Sera. "Saintess Sera. The Azilia Kingdom is grateful for your effort. Even though you belong to the Holy Kingdom, your effort still has to be rewarded.


    "The Azilia Kingdom has decided to reward you with 3 warrior ss cores and 30 mature ss cores. In addition, we’d like to give you this ne."


    He presented a ne with a golden jade on it, which immediately piqued Sera’s interest.


    "Isn’t this…" Sera seemed to recognize it.


    "Yes. 150 years ago, a saint who was supposed to be the next Pope ended up falling in love with royalty from our kingdom. The saint ended up being stripped of his status, and he left behind this ne as a proof of his love for his wife."


    The war minister basically said that it was fine for her to pursue love and stay in the kingdom like that saint. Besides, it wasn’t like the Pope forbade her.


    "Isn’t that good, Sera?" Flora smiled.


    "…" Sera thought for a moment before nodding her head. "I gratefully ept the reward. Thank you very much."


    The war minister then moved to Noelle, the granddaughter of the Sword Saint. "Your grandfather is proud of you and thanking you. It’s unfortunate that he can’t join us today as he still has to guard the front line.


    "However, your grandfather wanted me to pass you a message along with this reward.


    "Noelle mante. The kingdom would like to reward you with 3 warrior ss cores and 30 mature ss cores. In addition, we believe that this fiery gem will be able to help you on the battlefield."


    The war minister presented a red gem like that of a ruby.


    "Phoenix Tear is its name. It’s not a phoenix, but you can imbue this gem with your sword so that it will boost your fire element.


    "Your grandfather said, ’Now that you have found your path, it’s not good to focus only on your swordsmanship. You also have to develop everything around your sword, including your fire element.’"


    Noelle nodded without hesitation. "I understand. Thank you very much. Long live the Azilia Kingdom. Long live His Majesty."


    The war minister finally turned to thest person in the room. Unlike the others, the reward this time was not an item.


    Instead, the war minister brought her a letter. "There was a reason for your father choosing to settle down in a neutral zone.


    "However, bringing thousands of people into the kingdom is a big deal. Hence, please give this letter to your father. This letter will be the proof that the kingdom will turn a blind eye to his migration and won’t get involved with his matter.


    "If the citizens are willing to be converted and be the citizens of our kingdom, we’d wee it with open arms.


    "Of course, you’ll also be rewarded with 3 warrior ss cores and 30 mature ss cores on top of that. I hope this letter will put your and your father’s worries to rest." Continue your saga on NovelBin.C?m


    venya didn’t know much about politics since she had been raised as a mercenary in the neutral zone. But when she heard it, she finally realized how big it was for her father to agree to bringing everyone into this country just because of her request.


    So, venya really had no choice but to ept the letter. "Thank you very much."


    Nathan was watching everything from the side as he couldn’t help but mutter, ’This old man is like Santa us who is giving the kids the presents they want.’