As the atmosphere rapidly shifted, Belinda, Gillian, and Kaor blinked in confusion.

Just moments ago, it seemed like someone was about to die, and the situation had grown tense.

However, as soon as Ghislain mentioned a steady supply of runestones, the mages suddenly became deferential once again.

It was as if they were desperate to get their hands on the runestones they couldn't seem to acquire anywhere else.

This entire negotiation succeeded purely because Ghislain knew the future. The people unaware of his regression couldn’t possibly understand his actions.

Belinda fidgeted with her brooch, deep in thought.

‘...There must be …