Trading Route
As if his demonstration had reached its conclusion, Soran's enthusiasm waned, evident in his subsequent speech. "Well, it's not the time to try it now, since we need to depart soon. Get ready, everyone!"
Apart from having never led a group of this size before, Soran's current challenge lay in the fact that the individuals he was training were natives—original inhabitants of this world. He couldn't treat them the way he treated players.
At least, his commitment to his role as Vizier greatly aided Soran in adopting a more genuine demeanor. As for how the soldiers perceived him, he might consider that a matter for later.
"We'll depart first, Your Highness, Vizier Aldric," they bid farewell courteously yet casually, devoid of excessive formalities.
No elaborate formality or excessive reverence; it seemed Anubis always emphasized this to each of his subordinates. Even Aldric, who stood nearby, understood and accepted what Anubis was attempting to achieve.