章 970: Start of Panathenaic Festival

As time passed, the Panathenaic Festival drew near.

Souta felt a tinge of exhaustion, the strain of exerting even a small amount of energy weighing on him. Yet, he didn't dwell on it, knowing it was all part of the process to train his men. With him absent, the rest of the squad would continue their training autonomously.

Rather than delving into teaching them flashy combat arts or intricate skills, Souta focused on imparting the basics—the cornerstone of any proficient warrior.

Accompanied by Alice, Souta stepped through the portal, leaving the remainder of the squad behind to manage affairs in Astros.