Chương 318: A Clash Above the Sea (3)

When Vixia and Delthur returned, we welcomed them with silence. As soon as they joined us, I started walking towards home once more.

It took a while before Vixia tried asking what had happened while they fought, though I didn't provide her with an answer. She didn't need to know about Fetheion's other identity.

"We will be there soon. When will the soldiers join us?" I asked, hoping to distract her a little.

"I will summon them once we arrive. It is a horrible idea to move such a large group right now." She sighed, I could see she was troubled. It wasn't surprising – she once again had to fight the same creatures that nearly took over her own world.

We walked in silence for a while more before our settlement came into view. Atop the hill, surrounded by serene woods, it looked so peaceful. I gritted my teeth – for how long was this place going to remain as such?