Chapter 74: Since he fell asleep (2)
Late into the night, the lights in the royal capital remained ablaze.
Soldiers patrolled relentlessly, scouring every corner, and even the prestigious knight orders did not hesitate to aid in the search. It was an unusual sight but, in a way, entirely expected.
A monster attack on the Royal Academy.
The attack had occurred that very day, and nobles who had sent their children to the academy were outraged. It was also a matter of pride. How could anyone dare invade the academy, the very heart of the capital where the noble bloodlines gathered under the Pendragon banner?
Such an affront to the kingdom and an insult to Pendragon itself demanded a response. If word of this incident spread to neighboring countries, the kingdom's reputation would be tarnished. Thus, they had to catch the culprits at any cost.
"Search everywhere, leave no stone unturned!"
"Detain anyone suspicious! And watch the mages closely!"
"If they resist, shoot to kill without question!"
The orders were harsh, and the soldiers combed through suspicious locations with a frenzy, as if sweeping out lice.
Especially in the lawless underbelly of the capital.
Normally, this was a hive of criminals that authorities avoided for fear of retribution. But now, even this hornet’s nest wasn’t safe from the search.
"R-run away!"