***
The next day.
Stacks upon stacks of documents piled up and filled Ethan's desk. Sherly was there to help him, doing her best to make sure Ethan's work could be finished quickly.
Most of the documents were requests to join the Eastern Alliance, as well as applications for security assistance from LionArk to small cities that were alliance members.
Ethan had to divide his members carefully, making sure this work would not overburden them. Even so, he still had to prioritize another Raid Tower expedition no matter what.
The Raid Tower expedition had to be carried out. Contribution points had to be obtained. There was no other choice.
"I will postpone decisions on these requests. Go to Hanss and ask about the readiness of the first expedition team," Ethan said.
Sherly turned her head and nodded, fully understanding Ethan's instructions. She put down the file she was working on, then excused herself and left Ethan's office.
