Chapter 426
"That's a relief..." Seren murmured with a soft sigh—this time, one of genuine ease. Even Valten and Yog seemed to share in the quiet exhale.
—I was worried I'd miss out on the fun, Friend.
What a nonsense.
Ian scoffed inwardly, brushing the thought aside just as Seren added, “I’ll be counting on you, Agent of the Saint.”
"Let's get back to the point. First, I need to ask—when are we leaving? I’m sure you'd prefer to head out immediately, but—” His eyes drifted briefly to Lucia.
They’d marched hard to get here, counting on a chance to rest once they arrived. Ian could keep going, but the same couldn’t be said for Lucia—or Diana.
As if sensing his concern, Seren’s blue eyes dimmed slightly.
“Agent of the Saint,” Valten interjected, voice calm and respectful. “Would it be acceptable if I escorted the two of them ahead?”
His tone made it clear—he saw Ian not as a subordinate, but as an independent ally.
Meeting Ian’s gaze, Valten continued, “Sir Seren and the special forces will need time to prepare. While you finalize matters and inspect the armory, they could use some rest—even a short one.”
“A sound decision,” Ian agreed with a nod, then turned to Lucia. “I’ll sort through the gear and lay out anything useful. Get some rest. You can pick what you need later.”