Lanice, hearing Lynch point directly to the core of the issue, couldn't help but furrow her brows. She did not immediately respond but instead took a deep breath, looking intently at Lynch and countered:
"There are rumors outside that the Lord of Emerald intends to intervene in the conflict at the Ancient Ruins... Is that true?"
Lynch didn't evade and simply nodded: "Yes."
This definitive answer made Lanice's body tremble, and she immediately pursued further, her tone urgent and confused: "Why? Lynch... No, Lord Saphiro! You must be well aware that according to the rules set by the Supreme Council, non-interference among the Witch Domains is the fundamental treaty! You, with the identity of the Lord of Emerald, initiating intervention in the war is illegal in terms of law!"
Upon hearing this, Lynch's lips curled into a somewhat mocking arc. He smiled slightly, his laughter devoid of warmth:
