Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Back at the Academy

"Phew, that was a close one." Leroy sighed, collapsing onto the ground, utterly exhausted.

"Yeah, but at least we completed our mission," Devin replied, also sighing with relief as he settled beside Leroy.

"We need to get going. We'll report this to the Guild when we get back," Nerissa said, sitting close to them, her voice steady and resolute.

"Can we at least rest for a bit?" Leroy pleaded, still wanting more time to recover.

"I wonder what's going to happen to the village now," Rena said sadly, her gaze fixed in the direction of the ravaged village.

"They'll probably get a new Lord soon, and this whole matter will be under strict monitoring. It's safe to say that we have traitors even in the higher-ups," Nerissa explained, her voice laced with concern.

"Well, that's frustrating. Things aren't going to be the same after this," Lay said, patting Rena on the shoulder, trying to offer some comfort.