"Then I'm sure she's thought of setting up emissaries to the eastern part of the continent, too, where the need is greatest," Autor murmurs, lost in thought. "Though they'd have to strike up some sort of a compromise for resources to make a more permanent settlement. I can imagine the economic benefits for a city which hosts the only major school on the eastern side, though!"

He perks up at the mention of artillery, but doesn't pursue the topic.

"Do you need more tea, Majesty Lemia?"