I do expect not that this would be happening. The imperial trading hub of this nation, Alcanzatré. Out of all that I am going to meet is the man I rarely talk about. It is because saying his name made my tongue caught by a cat. And the person I am mentioning about is the old man of Lord Geoff - the former patrician and the de-facto ruler of Haganalopolis and Geoffshire, respectively. He is Lord Rayl of the Hagan Family.

"It is a fascinating occurrence, seeing you here. Lord Ameniah…" in a slow rhythm and in a coarse tone, he says it in a jovial-like.

"Or should I say… Prince Ryker? Sounds befitting, inn'it?" and of course, he will do the one I despise about, calling me in my former epitaph.

I just laugh it off before accepting his proposed gesture of wide open arms, whispering close to his ear: "Indeed, I'm also glad to see you here. What makes you visit in Inglovia?" as right away I really do inquire about his stay.

"Hahaha… I do enjoy the pleasures, the loos, the women, and the ALL!" as he laughs even harder, where tittering has infected Lord Rayn.

Lord Rayl and Lord Rayn - a homonyms of both of these figures around me and not to be confused. Lord Rayl is former ruler of Haganalopolis and Lord Rayn purports to be the usurped emperor of another Inglovia. We all take a seat at the nearby bistro after the frolicking and order a pitcher of tea. It is still afternoon, drinking ale and mead is way too early. Earlier than I do expect meeting this old goof geezer. Making him company would extract something valuable, I suppose. The order we made arrived early. I tip the lady server afterwards to confer some small tribute for the service. The tea concocted tastes good but not greater than the drink of Kehina that is presented. Soon, as we delve into further discussion something that Lord Rayn has spoken about his behest the prior.

"Lord Rayl, Alcanzatré is a main security seaport of Inglovia. Konühasæ seems to be fitted to your likings. Why bother holding a journey to this humdrum docking hub?" as Lord Rayn is trying to attest some details about the arrival of the former doge.

Lord Rayl scoffs in response after finishing a portion of liquid inside his mouth, replying: "Oh, that? It is in view of the fact that I exist here means really essential." as he halts midway and attempts to sip for another to the cup of tea.

"The purpose of your visit, Lord Rayl. The feeling of this diversion is going not to work on us, Lord Rayl. Please answer his (Lord Rayn's) inquiry." as I reiterate the statement of Lord Rayn before, I clear my throat, maintaining his eyes and his attention directly unto me.

He just laughs at his highest simultaneously drawing the attention from nearby and around us. He really is getting under one's skin. He actually do likes to play mind games which I'm getting sick of. Lord Rayl deems like nothing happens as he still continues to sip the tea drink on his cup. When I have placated down yet again, I question for a second time about his visit. Rephrasing: "Uhmm,... Lord Rayn stated: 'Why troubling yourself-...." as I got interrupted which Lord Rayl follows with a shush. He places the cup of tea on his respective coaster, he speaks: "Oh please, former prince. Will you let yourself calm down, Lord Ameniah? I have reasons to come to this place. Not for leisure and entertainment. No. Well, factually, I have come to visit you. One of the husbands of my daughter-in-law." beginning to the acknowledgement of my account. I am personally perplexed. What does it have to do with me in the first place? Lord Rayl gives me a smirk reaching to both of the ears' fringes. I try to assess his implication where I can find not one or two reasons for his logic.

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"As you wish, Lord Rayl. I am listening." uttering, as I can refute not what he's thinking of.

"How's Geoff? Is my son doing well lately?"

"I just got the message from my agents. In the account of the lips of my subordinates, Lord Geoff had departed from Kehina…" I answer right away.

"From where is he planning to settle a voyage?" he asks pertaining to the wellness and the whereabouts of his son.

"I believe, milord. Haganalopolis - your home. I believe he is on his way to reaching his destination. A couple of days, under my approximation." I give Lord Rayl an implicit answer, as I just got bail out this morning, knowing the exact leads is beyond me.

He sighs out of relief, because I've known Lord Geoff for an amount of our time we have spent. He may be a rational broker but he tends to make decisions that's too erratic, believing to succeed somehow. Wishy-washy. He is a great of being an ambassador, I approve of his accomplishments and what he's capable of. Nevertheless, when it comes to Lady Anda's problems, on impulse, he sticks to someone's nose. Which I can interfere not. If it's for himself, he can do whatever he desires. But this time is war, an experience we are all encountering. We are not on the certain side when this tumultuous moment is going to break down soon. If ever this situation plummets, then it is I that have some work to do. Subterfugation. Lord Geoff. Lord Gervðas. You have done enough, it is time for you to repose. I'll take care of the business.

"And there’s some business that my presence needs to attend to." where he ends up gulping tea, as he uses the napkin lying on the table to lather his lips.

"And oh, before I take my leave. It seems a typical kind of fellow needs some assistance. YOUR 'lil friend has been held captive." Lord Rayl finally speaks, concluding, but who is he talking about?

"With all due respect, milord. Who in the depths of hell might that be???" I admit, unbeknownst to my circle, where Lord Rayl does speaks not, suggesting me to think.

"Oh, that fool! God damn it! I did know it is always going to befall.' That bastard!' I react after I eventually realize, as herein I have been soaked in cold sweat, I think I know who that person might be, damn it! The speak of the devil!

"Where he is at, Lord Rayl!" I ask, as I am riling up, adding as to locate the specific place.

"You know where Eisschrein is situated?" he replies, as I nod and shake my head, tongue-tied.

"From the outskirts of the namesake city. There. You can find him." he concludes.

"Lord Rayn,-..." I sincerely ask of his strength and of his men.

"We are on it." he insets, as hereafter he accepts my proposal.