Vol 2. Chapter 21: Leon DeGlatt (Part 1)
“Then, Leon, I leave this to you.”
“Yes. I’ll be on my way.”
The location was along the roadside near the Five Lakes. Half a day’s walk further down the path lay the city of Fratara.
The delegation had decided to send scouts ahead to confirm whether Fratara was suitable for resupply and rest. Leading the scouting party was Leon DeGlatt, the delegation’s head of security. He mounted his horse while being seen off by Agritend Levania, the delegation leader.
And accompanying him—
“Ms. Zwanzig, I’ll be counting on you as well.”
“Understood.”
Zwanzig, one of the escorts from Paraiso, had volunteered to join the scouting mission. She had pointed out that her presence would allow the use of a magical mechanical golem for added protection.
Although there were initial reservations about involving her in such a potentially dangerous task, her undeniable combat prowess and her role as part of the escort made her inclusion the natural choice.
“We don’t intend to stay long, only long enough to assess the situation. If everything seems fine, we’ll send word ahead. But if we’re not back by sundown, please refrain from approaching Fratara City.”
“Understood. We’ll wait until midday tomorrow, but don’t get yourself killed.”
“I have no intention of dying. Especially with her at my side.”