Rumors had already spread throughout the city about Kaiden inviting the heir to Dark Spring, a surprising feat.
It's possible that William would have come anyway, but he came sponsored by someone, which benefited relations between the two cities, which the elders and leading clans highly value.
Therefore, Kaiden's feat was worthy of congratulations.
"As expected of one of our longest-standing business families. Getting Young Lord William to be sponsored by you is quite a feat," said one of the elders who took the lead in speaking and looked at William.
"Young Lord William, I saw your fights, and I must say that Dark Spring has not had such a good heir in many years. I hope you will continue to show us your art from now on and that you will develop well," the elder concluded.
"Thank you, old man. Although I still lost," William replied frankly. "It seems I have to try harder."
