Fees of A Lord

"Monsters knew when to retreat, and if only humans did the same," Arthur leaned back in his chair with leisure. "Since the monsters' issue has been resolved, I believe that there is no reason for you to refuse?"

The marchioness seemed to brood over the matter as if it didn't sit quite well with her plans. Unfortunately, however, there was nothing that she could do to hinder Hidden City's route trades.

"Could you tell me how you managed to achieve such a feat?"

"A chef never gives his recipes, and a magician never reveals his tricks."

"And what's your price?" the marchioness squinted her eyes, but Arthur dismissed it by shaking his head.

"That will be like killing the goose that lays the golden eggs," Arthur smiled as he gestured for Ma to come forth with the proposal. "This will be our new proposal, and it will include all of my fees."