Inside the city.
The spacious city had few buildings.
On the empty ground, countless 'Fire Giants' kneeled densely.
They wore battle armor, sat with drooping heads, and a short-hammer beside them.
Outside the city, the thunderous roars continued, as the Fire Giants seemed to have fallen into a deep slumber.
They still maintained fixed postures without any movement.
Then!
Whoo!
A deep and clear horn sounded again from the horizon.
The foremost Fire Giant's body suddenly shook, and with very stiff movements, gradually lifted his head.
Flames of crimson surged from his head and beard, illuminating the dim square.
Then, he shook his body and stood up.
Picked up the weapon beside him.
Opened the city gate.
And walked out with large strides.
…
The sudden sound of the horn made Fang Hao slightly startled.
His gaze once again turned towards the city ahead.
Was it an attack against him?
Or a signal for the next wave of enemy attacks?