Chapter 104: The Witchs Forest (2)
No matter how urgent the matter, they couldn't possibly discuss something so critical in the middle of the street.
"Let’s move somewhere more appropriate," said Leocolt while gesturing with his fingers.
Without waiting for a response, he turned on his heel and strode away, leaving the others to follow if they wished. Having never been to the empire before, Serati whispered in frustration,
—What’s with him? Does he think we’re his subordinates?
In contrast, Karnak and Varos, both of whom had visited the Lacania Empire in their past lives, exchanged knowing glances.
—Imperials have a habit of looking down on people from the Seven Kingdoms.
—And this is him showing some semblance of respect, probably because Alius is a high-ranking priest.
Alius was relatively young, and he had never been to the empire. He looked flustered as he glanced back at Karnak’s group for guidance.
"What should we do?" he asked.
"There’s no harm in at least hearing him out, is there?" replied Karnak.
The group reluctantly followed Leocolt, who led them to a barracks situated on the outskirts of Swindler Fortress. Inside, they were shown to a table and offered modest cups of herbal tea.
"Help yourself," Leocolt said curtly.