The Trump Card of the Nobles

"Is this… the legendary Mage Benjamin? I've heard of your great name for a long time now, sir. To be able to finally meet you today is truly an honor."

In a dense forest in the northernmost part of the Kingdom of Helius, by the Spirit Abyss, six nobles had arrived after putting on their disguises, seeing Benjamin, who had come for their appointment. They did not seem too high spirited, but the moment they met, they still whipped out the flattery that served as their lifeline, speaking as they surveyed him from top to bottom.

Hearing that, the corners of Benjamin's mouth twitched.

"You have all seen me numerous times when I'd lived in the capital, so don't say such things," he was in no mood to go through civilities with them, and asked straightforwardly, "Talk. Why have you sought me out?"