Chapter 18: The City’s Resolve
Ignoring the curiosity and doubt in the onlookers' eyes, Illiya looked straight at the eldest young master of the Taeharin family and gave him a nod.
"From Young Master Taeharin's actions, I can see the sincerity of the City Lord of Haneulseong City. Elves always keep their promises—you no longer need to worry about Haneulseong City being caught in the crossfire."
Eoryun's expression shifted from excitement to disappointment in an instant.
So this was an ally? What a pity.
"Of course, Haneulseong City has never been a place that tolerates injustice," he responded smoothly, hiding his disappointment beneath a composed demeanor.
Illiya clearly caught the flash of disappointment in Eoryun's eyes.
Was this guy really expecting some "cannon fodder" to step up and argue with him?
This wasn't some fantasy novel—it was the real world!
Suddenly, he wasn't so sure about Eoryun anymore.
The other attendees of the auction stared at the golden-haired elf and the Taeharin family's young master.
And just like that, everything became clear to them.