"Indeed, even if the Crowfield territory is right next to the border, considering its history, it’s not exactly the kind of place one can freely travel to," I said.

"Yes…"

Mia nodded, her shoulders slumping slightly.

I wasn’t sure whether she had a genuine affection for Belvur itself or if she just wanted to indulge in their cuisine.

I suspected the latter, but I had enough tact not to say it out loud.

"You don’t need to worry so much," Charlotte said as she entered the student council room and took a seat in an empty chair.

"At the border, …