The situation is different now. To Laine, Veronica is no longer the Jialan Witch who needed mutual support along with the young Ranger Knight; she is no longer a necessity for him.
This is the reason for her anxiety over the past few months. The witch knows this is a gamble.
Clutching the parchment in her hand, Veronica found some solace. At least from the letter, Laine not only showed no intention of leaving her, but instead yearned to reunite with her.
That's enough.
"It's as if she's indispensable to you, Trovik. I have no interest in arguing with you; I have important matters and need to see the Speaker," Veronica said, unwilling to argue further with Teresa. Reaching Laine swiftly was the priority.
"Oh? Then I regret to inform you that Mother is discussing matters with the Speaker," Teresa sneered. "I'm afraid you'll have to wait a while. Mother is negotiating my deployment with Speaker Margarita."
