Chapter 229: Advance

The following day, as the first rays of the sun began to stretch across the horizon, the pervasive darkness that enshrouded the forest reluctantly yielded, unveiling a carpet of withered brown grass that blanketed the ground within its depths.

Undeterred by the ambient tranquility, the mercenaries swiftly commenced their preparations. With deft hands, they sought to extinguish the crackling campfire and deftly fold their tents, all the while ensuring their steeds were adequately prepared for the journey ahead.

In contrast, the soldiers, unaccustomed to the rigors of wilderness living, fumbled clumsily as they struggled to fold their unwieldy tents. Consequently, their preparations lagged behind, causing delays that tested their patience.