"Ahtal, the hero from the recent tales of wandering bards," the blonde woman directly identified Xi Mu's identity.
She examined Xi Mu and nodded.
"Reputation, status, ability, all satisfactory. I don't mind you two being together," she said.
The atmosphere briefly fell silent.
Nalis's cheeks flushed, and she quickly waved her hands, feeling intense embarrassment about her mother's forthrightness.
"Mother, please do not say such things in front of outsiders!"
"..." The blonde woman gave her daughter a cool glance and replied as if it were a matter of course, "Daughter, there is no need to feel any embarrassment."
She picked up the cup of wine from the table.
"Being attracted to a strong male is nothing to be ashamed of. Did you not approach Ahtal because he fits your view of an ideal mate?"