Chapter 442: Callis’s Unintended Blast
Rafe ran as fast as he could towards the training ground. As he approached, he could see grey smoke rising high into the sky from the explosion.
"Oh, God! Please help us!" the healer prayed, fearing they might have been attacked.
However, instead of the alarm signalling danger, the bell rang in a specific pattern, indicating there was no immediate threat. This signal was meant for various harmless activities such as training, testing weapons, or drills.
"Huh?"
Rafe slowed his pace, recognising the signal well, but the explosion had been so loud and forceful that he struggled to believe it was innocuous. He paused for a moment.
Yes, the signal was loud and clear. The anxious servants calmed immediately upon hearing it, as did the guards.
Only the royal guards from the palace looked reluctant to relax. They eased only when their leader, the chief of the royal guards, assured them everything was fine and instructed them to disperse.
Rafe approached the chief to gather information.
"What happened?" he asked. "I heard an explosion just now."
"Ahh... nothing. Something malfunctioned near the training ground. Sir Navin has confirmed that there is no danger," the chief replied.
"Malfunction? Any casualties?" Rafe asked in concern.