Chapter21-Departure, Toward a Larger World!

After thoroughly dealing with William, Alan gathered the prepared Isabella and swiftly left Roan Castle.

Alan kept a moderate pace; after all, Isabella had been frail since childhood, plagued by a strange illness.

They hadn't traveled far when Alan noticed a sheen of sweat on her forehead and checked the map in his hand.

The Northern District was still quite far from the Imperial City.

Although they could stop at several towns along the way to rest, Lioncrest Academy's enrollment was approaching, and Isabella's condition couldn't be delayed indefinitely.

Time was of the essence.

"A carriage might be a good solution."

Just as Alan was about to lead Isabella to a nearby merchant, he saw a group rushing toward him.

"House Black, House Manson, House Quixote…"

Recognizing the figures, Alan's brow furrowed, and he moved Isabella behind him.

"Alan, we bear no hostility—we simply came to see you off!"