Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Jacob chuckled and said, "With Lady Carissa here, you won't be short-changed. Just make sure to do the job well. Once the household army is established, you'll be in charge of their management and training. Given the hard work involved, there will definitely be an additional reward."

Not interested in vague promises, Travis asked directly, "So, how much are we talking about?"

Jacob held up one finger. "This much."

At that moment, Travis wished he had an actual rod in his hand to smack Jacob over the head. Couldn't Jacob just say the amount instead of making him guess?

"Just tell us whether you'll do it or not," Rafael said.

"I'll do it!" Travis immediately agreed, planning to ask Carissa later to find out exactly how much the pay was.

Either way, he had already decided to take the job. He would be in for a beating if he didn't bring some money back to the guild.

"Alright, you won't need to worry about the recruitment process. Just focus on being the drill instructor and teaching them martial arts," Jacob said.

"Fair enough, but can the estate accommodate so many people?" Travis asked.

Luke chimed in, "Don't worry about that. There's a piece of empty land behind the estate. After the New Year, we'll bring in some craftsmen. As long as we have the funds, it'll be built in no time." "So, I'll be paid during this period too, right?" Travis questioned.

Jacob felt a twinge of frustration.

without

Jacob

temporarily held the rank of battalion commander in the military. Given his background, there was no doubt that an appropriate salary would

Travis grinned

continued to

Supreme Court had sealed its documents for the year, Rafael, as the commander of the Mystic Army, found himself busier than ever. He stepped out to inform Carissa that he needed to return to the Capital Guard Headquarters to gather the commanders for a

care of your business. Vivi, Rod, and I

Verdant Monastery? Why don't you wait for me?

duties. The Capital Guard Headquarters has a lot going on with

though she

honorary title as deputy

was during major festivals like this that the capital guards and garrison unit were busiest and most prone

responsibilities at the Capital Guard Headquarters couldn't be ignored. Besides, it had been snowing heavily

Year was the hardest time for those gravely

Rafael said after a moment's thought.

Carissa's aunt as well,

Carissa agreed, noticing the

she quickly averted her eyes.