Chapter 28: 28 Welcomed by Soldiers and Horses

Chapter 28: 28. Welcomed by Troops

In the woodland beside the signpost of Mountain Woods Town, Ronin's group took their rest on the spot after finishing their lunch.

Following a morning of scaling mountains and traversing ridges, the guards had occasionally been forced to dismount and push the carriages, leaving everyone somewhat exhausted.

Yet, at the thought that this long journey was finally drawing to a close, a glimmer of joy shone in their eyes.

At this moment, they were gathered in small groups of three and five, leaning against the tree trunks and resting in the shade, exchanging soft whispers from time to time.

A mountain breeze swept through, causing the leaves to

Luo Ning did not know what the other party had in their grasp, but it was clear that they would not easily relinquish their position as the "de facto ruler" of Forest Town. Or perhaps they were using such a display to extract some benefits from him, the lord?

Luo Ning glanced at the forces beside Prime Minister Prist: four cavalrymen, twenty infantry, and he even spotted three archers. According to Ru Lan's words, Forest Town had a population of less than a thousand, yet they could muster so many men as guards—this was somewhat unexpected to Luo Ning.

"Well, Mr. Prime Minister Prist, now you can tell me your purpose."

(End of Chapter)