Just as Howard had anticipated, upon hearing "Adia City," the group of mercenaries immediately recognized the identities of Howard and his companions, their brows slightly raising in response.
"Impressive, for mere students to have such prowess!" Barnus Douglar remarked with a smile. "If I'm not mistaken, you all must be from Holy Abyss Academy."
"Exactly right!" Nick responded coldly. "Not only are we students of Holy Abyss Academy, but we also hail from the Alliance. Now, it's time for you all to leave, isn't it?"
Relying solely on the reputation of one's family wouldn't be enough to intimidate mercenaries.
However, adding the backing of a powerful academy might tip the scales in their favor.
Of course, this could also provoke deadly intentions.
After all, everyone knows those accepted into Holy Abyss Academy are either prodigies or heirs of influential families.