"I may lose important things just as I have in the past, and it's unlikely that everyone living here could escape unscathed."
The Count's words caused an uproar not only among the audience but also throughout the city.
Even though the city had been under martial law several times, and many rumors had circulated, hearing it directly from the Border Count himself carried entirely different weight.
However, the Count wasn't affected by the commotion below the stage and continued to speak in a calm voice.
"But fortunately, it's all in the past. Despite the pain, we have still emerged victorious."
"The Great Demon has been purified, the cult eliminated, and the Nightmare vanquished.
"This brilliant victory is not only due to the soldiers' valiant fighting and the citizens' support but also the assistance we received from others."
