Chapter 744: Alliance
But the next topic stung deeper.
"Next motion," Salvatore said. "Support requested by the Moon Kingdom, Hearth Kingdom, and eight others for military and food assistance.
Harley of the Moon Kingdom stood. Her voice was polite and practiced, but the tremor beneath revealed her fear.
"The Moon Kingdom has been holding against the monsters and magical beasts for almost a year. The beasts pouring out of the dungeon is increasing day by day. Our crops fail due to tainted soil. Our people haven't had a peaceful night for months. We request allied troops and monthly grain transport under emergency support clause #42."
"Clause #42 is reserved for wars," barked council member Aztor of the Rogue Throne.
"What do you call the current situation then?" she demanded.
Rhea watched the room closely. Faces of pity. But not commitment.
Council member Venlor from the Sacred Empire clicked his tongue.
