"The territory is in danger? Why?" Belinda asked, clearly startled by the sudden declaration.

The major issue for the territory had been the lack of funds, but discovering the runestone had largely solved that problem. With that wealth, the territory now had the potential to develop just like other regions.

"As long as you don't waste all the money recklessly, there shouldn't be any danger, right? It seems like you have more than enough to last a lifetime."

In reality, the biggest potential threat to the territory, as far as Belinda could see, was standing right in front of her—Ghislain. …