The relationship between the two nations was in its honeymoon phase, and borrowing passage was naturally not an issue. However, the lengthy journey still delayed their speed in capturing people.
It wasn't that fewer people were captured; rather, fewer were able to safely reach the Moxi Duchy. Many displaced migrants fell during the journey due to the long distances.
...
At the Mount of Light, the Five Nations Alliance's brazen human trafficking actions had thoroughly enraged Shelter VII.
What was initially thought to be a mere act of opportunistic plundering turned out to be so much more—these guys were even taking the roots of the crops, leaving nothing untouched.
If no measures were taken and this behavior was allowed to continue, the very foundation of the Clergy would be shaken.
"Is the information certain?"
Shelter VII asked calmly.
