Fairy Tail: I Don't Want to Be the Guild Master

Lisanna quickly took on the role of the group’s guide, naturally slipping into the position of managing the map that Rhodes had gotten from Levy. After all, she had lived in Edolas for two years, far more familiar with the terrain than the rest of them.

And certainly more reliable than Carla, whose "knowledge" was based entirely on input she received.

Standing beside Rhodes, Lisanna pointed at the map and laid out the plan. "If we keep heading this way, the closest city is Luen City. We can stop there to rest, grab something to eat, and then move on. If we don’t delay, we should make it to Extalia City before nightfall."

Rhodes asked, "And how long to reach the Royal Capital?"

"At today’s pace... maybe three to five days."

Rhodes frowned slightly, realizing he was the reason they were moving slower than usual. "We’ll find a way to speed things up tomorrow. We’ll definitely get there in two days."

He’d have to ask the wolves to carry them. Not exactly glamorous... but efficient.

Along the way, they encountered a beast that looked like a cross between a lion and a tiger. It prowled near the edge of the forest but never dared to approach. There were too many of them traveling together.

Eventually, the group reached the outskirts of Luen City, and by now, Rhodes was finally able to walk more or less on his own.

They planned to keep their stop short, just pick up supplies and water, then head out again without drawing attention.

But shortly after they started shopping, a squad of soldiers came storming down the street.