Looking at the delicate figure standing on the city wall but still holding a foreign umbrella to resist the poisonous sunlight, Mosuo couldn't help but feel a hint of contempt. In his opinion, a woman is a woman, even if she is a mother-in-law and mother, she insists on holding an foreign umbrella to cover the sun? Of course, he would not say such complaints. After all, the girl in front of him is much higher than him in terms of status, let alone Mosuo is still her direct subordinate.

Mealli looked quietly at the end of the plain and a flat road, where nothing came, as if nothing was left, leading to the end of the world.

(How long have those people been detained?)

She asked Marian beside her, and Marian turned around and repeated the question to Mosso.

"Dear adults, according to the spies' report, the merchants were imprisoned immediately when they entered the federal border. Two days have passed."

Mosso replied respectfully, no matter what he thought, after all, the girl was unable to speak, which was enough to arouse the sympathy of many men. So he also slowed down his tone and tried to express his dissatisfaction with more cautious words. "But I still think that the decision made by Lord Yiming was too unwise, he..." Marien just made a light gesture, and stopped Mosso from speaking next. Even if this complaint really existed, it should not be borne by Meali, who had just taken over. So Mosso immediately shut up, then he bowed to the two ladies and turned around and left.

Marian asked uneasyly after knowing that he was sure he left.

"Miss Mayalie, what should I do now? This is a very troublesome problem. The other party seized our transit merchants, obviously to force us to release them."

(Of course, people must not be let go.)

Mayali pondered slightly and replied.

(But before that, I don't think this road plays the role of a commercial road as a key business road. It was correct to decide not to build Azus into a transportation hub. The traffic is well connected, and it also means that we are likely to be subject to others, and this situation occurs. I think we should be prepared.)

Mealli looked ahead quietly and replied slowly word by word. Her explanation was very clear and clear. She did not only tell you the beginning, but never tell you the result.

"So what should we do? Judging by my judgment with Miss Alinoa, I think…..."

(I hope, you can send someone to Lily Flower City. Please send a foreign affairs official to tell him that his task is to ensure that you can see the detained merchants with your own eyes and ensure that they are safe and sound. If the foreign affairs official or those merchants are injured in the slightest, this will rise to a diplomatic incident between countries. Also, please inform Mosso that once the foreign affairs official starts to set off on the road, they will block the border and prepare for exercises at the same time, preferably siege and defense.)

"So. Do you mean to force them to release people?"

(Of course, if necessary, I will go directly to the other party's border fortress and grab them back.)

"Why?"

Perhaps because the expression on Mealie's face was still gentle when she said this, Marien didn't come back to her senses for a while. She always believed that this kind of rash tactic that looks (at least looks) should be Yiming's patent, not Mealie's specialty. She has always dealt with it in a gentle way. Even when the Green and the apprentices of Heyan Tower clashed with the apprentices of Heyan Tower, Mealie's handling was fair and without a trace of anger. But although there was no excitement in her voice now, this sentence itself was enough to surprise people.

"I firmly stop you from doing this."

Marien decided to stop Meallie's plan at all costs, not only because she and Meallie are very good friends. And if Yiming knew about it, then he would not agree to Meallie's going.

"You must stay in Azus City, otherwise, relying on us alone, there is not enough force to suppress it. Moreover, if you enter the border of the Federation without authorization, then they have ten thousand reasons to re-open the war. I believe they also know that you are a legendary swordsman, and the Federation will definitely destroy you at all costs, because almost everyone knows that you and Lord Yiming are... If you are injured or caught, then they can even use this to threaten Lord Yiming. By that time, the Council will never sit idly by. But I think it is impossible for the Council to start a war against the Federation for you alone. The Lea Empire is powerful, but never provokes tit. You cannot do this. Even if you are confident in your strength, the other party is not a fool, and I think you have not forgotten it yet. When we fought against Prince Heine, we have not yet found out what it is."

"Please forgive me for being rude, but you are a woman."

Marian looked at Mealley without any change, but softened her eyes slightly and continued.

"If you are a magician, then the Federation will definitely not have your ideas. In this world, there are many powerful female casters, such as the five great singers. Their existence itself represents strength, but you are a swordsman. Most men never take the power of women. If Lord Yiming proposed this plan, I would not object. After all, men themselves represent strength, so they have a stronger deterrence and are less likely to be attacked. But you are different, Miss Mayalie, those stupid men must not think that you have the power beyond them. They will do everything possible to block your path and attack you. Even if you can prove your strength to them, those men will turn their hopes on conspiracy or other similar things. So, if you go, you will definitely encounter many difficulties and dangers, so I must stop you from doing this."

Mayale was silent for a moment, then shook her head slightly.

(You are right, Marian, those possibilities do exist. Thank you for your reminder. I almost forgot. Not only do I have to be responsible for Yiming and you, but I also have to be responsible for myself. Indeed, this may not be a good way, but it is not a good thing to keep a stalemate like this...)

"If you want to secretly pick up those merchants, bring them out. I suggest you let Alinoa go."

Marian continued.

"She is a royal princess, with a noble status, but has no controllable meaning. Even if she is accidentally arrested, we have enough room for maneuver. At least I can guess that if Lord Yiming knew you were arrested, he would demolish a city in the Kingdom of Marco. He would stage all dangers in the Federation. At least Elinoa can reduce this possibility. Of course, if you are not at ease, Lucia and I can go and answer. You can even ask Lord Darkness for assistance, right?"

(…………I understand what you mean, but I think I should be more cautious...)

Mayalie sighed, standing in this place for a long time made her a little tired.

(Then, after going back to Azus, I will issue a notice. Please help me complete it. From now on, the border between the Forest of Life and the Federation is completely blocked, and any merchants are strictly prohibited from entering and leaving. I think this will not cause any loss to them. After all, they have not walked this path before. Moreover, you must tell those merchants that the reason for closing this path is that the Federation has treated our merchants rudely and unreasonably and illegally. In order to express protest and protect the safety of all merchants, we must do this. And please assure them that we will definitely bring back the merchants who have been detained at the border.)

Marien didn't say anything. She thought for a moment. Then nodded. Then, Marien showed a rather helpless smile.

"Miss Mayalie. I never thought you were such a bad person."

(It's hard to stay by Yi Ming's side.)

Meali responded with a chuckling, and the originally tense atmosphere between the two completely disappeared at this moment. Marian breathed a long sigh of relief. She knew that since Meali agreed, she would definitely not take risks. Although this may not be very dangerous for a legendary swordsman. Just like if he was in the dialect of Aini, Marian would not worry at all. After all, the gap between magic and swordsmanship is still too big. A magic can kill thousands of people. Marian has heard of this since he was a child. But it is hard to say whether a sword can kill thousands of people.

(By the way, Miss Marian.)

Mayalie seemed to remember something again, and she suddenly asked.

(Who is the detained businessman?)

Marien's originally relaxed expression immediately became solemn again. She had asked about this matter long ago and had been waiting for Mealie to ask questions.

“That’s one of the reasons why I’m stopping you.”

She replied slowly.

"According to the report of Knight Mosso, those belong to the Detroit family merchants."

(Detroit Family………)

Meallie immediately frowned. She understood what this meant. If the caravans here belonged to other families, then Meallie would not have to care so much. But Detroit is the only exception. Judging from all the current situation, this family is too enthusiastic about the land of Life Forest. Although they have always maintained very "official" communication on the surface, they seem to be "entrepreneurial" in private. Now that the border has not yet stabilized, it is not something that merchants will do. The Federation sent a caravan because they had to master the truth. In fact, until now, there are still no chambers of commerce in the Leah Empire. The family sent caravans through this trade route. Although they are merchants, under the control of the Council of Commentaries, these merchants also understand that if they want to gain greater benefits, they should not do anything stupid that would harm the interests of the Council of Commentaries.

"All the actions of the Detroit family are unwise. The Academy Council will not tolerate such behavior. Their review will definitely be over!"

Marian said in a sure tone.

"So I don't know what exactly they want to do."

(But one thing is clear.)

Mayalie withdrew her gaze and turned away.
Chapter completed!