Everything he did in the Trade Wind Ring was to prepare for the impending war. Many people, including the Princess's followers, had a lot to say about their compromise with the Crown Prince this time, but Brand admired it greatly.
The Princess and he seemed to have both seen the skies filled with impending storm clouds.
If one's gaze is only focused on the civil war at hand, Erune will completely topple in the upcoming tempest. It's a historical lesson, and Brand certainly wouldn't repeat it.
"Hmm?" William seemed to perceive Brand's thoughts and asked somewhat surprised, "Little guy, have you figured something out?"
Brand glanced at William. This was his second meeting with the silver-robed Great Mage Leader. In his past impressions, the Droloa Witch leader, the Silver Storm, was an NPC with an incredibly majestic image, but during the actual experience, Master William Pest left him with the impression of a very amiable elder.
