The scouts were now positioned along the city walls, keeping a firm grip on Persian and the other men who had tried to flee to the training center for shelter.
Meanwhile, Ragon's focus remained on the massive war catapults of the attacking Affiliate Kingdom—Elsythia.
Elsythia, a level five affiliate kingdom, was infamous for its ambition to conquer weaker territories. They had assumed Elenadrom would be an easy target, a mistake Ragon was determined to make them regret.
Amidst the advancing ranks of Elsythia's soldiers, seated comfortably on a makeshift throne deep within the forest, was a middle-aged man dressed in extravagant golden armor.
His round belly protruded, and his sharp gaze revealed both greed and frustration. This was none other than King Harland of Elsythia, a ruler known more for his love of wealth than thinking.