Once they all arrived at the staircase leading up toward the hilltop, Javier immediately noticed something unusual.
The entire area was heavily guarded. A watchtower stood tall in the distance, manned by soldiers scanning the surroundings. Several armored guards patrolled the perimeter, making it clear that this place was extremely important.
Hmm? Why is this place so well-protected?
A quick glance at his brothers confirmed they were thinking the same. Marcellus, Cedric, Aelius, Athine, and Heres all wore slight frowns, silently questioning the scene before them.
Javier's sharp eyes caught something else—several bulky figures lurking around the military huts scattered across the area. They weren't just ordinary guards. Their presence, stillness, and the way they were positioned suggested they were elite soldiers or special forces.