Chapter 188 – 188 – Even Without Showing It

“Even as a band of thieves, we cannot underestimate the Black Blades’ strength. If we involve them, Martai will back down immediately.”

Martai was the name of a city in Naurilia, known for its complicated history.

At times, it was a fief under the Eastern Mercenary King, and at others, it fell under Naurilia’s domain. This made it a city of mixed heritages, though it was currently Naurilian territory ruled by a self-proclaimed “general.”

Half Naurilian, half Eastern city—such was Martai’s identity.

Martai had recently declared what was essentially a threat of war against Border Guard, which is why this topic was being discussed.

The speaker was one of Border Guard’s nobles.

Border Guard had several nobles. While their authority was far from matching that of central nobles, they weren’t insignificant figures. These individuals held considerable influence over the city of Border Guard.

For instance, the man in front of Marcus was one such noble.

What was his name again?

Marcus didn’t even bother remembering his name.

“Just another noble who pockets gold from the Black Blades.”