They had achieved extensive coverage and could capture signals from several kilometers away. In addition, Remy had deployed remote-controlled drones to the areas surrounding Drogoton for blanket search operations. Whenever a drone spotted signs of human presence, Drogoton would dispatch soldiers to rescue them.At that moment, Gracia, who served as head of the communications department, heard someone calling out to her and asked, "What's the matter? Did you pick up something?"A female staff member pointed to her computer screen and exclaimed excitedly, "A drone spotted a train traveling at high speed along the train tracks toward the city. It's going to crash if we don't allow it access"Gracia urgently asked, "Who's operating the train? Are there people on board?""All of Navia’s trains are equipped for autonomous operation. We've provided the train with maps and rail routes, so they can operate autonomously without a signal. Monsters would know how to operate the train, so I'm s

"Remy has the qualifications to become a legate of Wyvern Peak. Unfortunately, he crossed paths with Jerome, someone stronger and more talented than him. However, he's no less than Jerome when it comes to tactics and strategies," Adrian explained."Who do you prefer between the both of them?" Rozi asked."I don’t have any favorites. One of the reasons Remy lost was because he was worried about me, so I can't say for sure who would win if they were to have a rematch. Anyway, we're about to enter the city," Adrian calmly stated.For the first time, Rozi began to perceive Adrian in a different light. She realized that he had a unique way of doing things and had a distinct thought process. For example, he seemed to be very confident Remy would be able to come up with a strategy to allow them entry into the city, even though Remy had no idea who was inside the train. Rozi came to acknowledge Remy after seeing his performance. Regardless of his abilities, he was a competent leader who n

Deeply moved, tears welled up in Alcyoneus's eyes."Sir, we’ve all been waiting for you. We know that you will bring us hope and that we’ll overcome whatever challenges that come our way, no matter how difficult it is," he said excitedly. Adrian replied, "I've been able to go down this path because of your fearlessness, Alcyoneus. You and the others have done exceptionally well. Drogoton is fortunate to have you all protecting it.”"Sir, the people of Drogoton heard that you're here and have come to welcome you. They've been restless, but they trust you and believe that you can bring hope to them."Adrian nodded and walked toward the waiting crowd. Countless eyes fixed on him, eagerly waiting to hear comforting words. He raised his right hand and shouted, "Everyone, I'm happy to see you all here after the disaster. I know that in your hearts, you feel fear, despair, and hopelessness. I understand because I'm facing the same problems too."The crowd took a collective deep breath

They bedded down to rest after their long discussion. Adrian, finally thinking he could get a good night's sleep, was woken up by a commotion within the city."Hurry!”"Move, move, move!”"It’s a new monster! It's completely different from the ones that have been besieging the city!"Adrian jumped out of bed and saw Rozi getting up too.Rozi asked, "What's happening?"Adrian shook his head.A soldier then rushed in and reported, "Sir, the city is under attack by a new kind of monster that resembles a minotaur. Sir Remy is currently leading the defense assault."Adrian said, "Rozi, let's go find out what's happening."The two of them quickly made their way to the city walls. Soldiers were stationed along the top. Gunfire echoed and explosions rang out. Adrian and Rozi got to the top to get a better view. The approaching horde of monsters was vast and seemed to encircle Drogoton like a tidal wave. In the midst of these invading monsters stood a kind that they had never seen befo

As the temperature continued to drop, the snowfall intensified. People within the city were shivering with cold, and even objects froze in place. The soldiers were trembling from the cold too.Rozi, who had rejoined Adrian, could not hide her astonishment as she observed the spectacle in the distance."What's happening?" she asked."It's Marissa,""What?"Adrian never expected Marissa's eyes to possess such an ability. He had experienced how cold the gems were back at the War Legate Shrine, but he had not expected them to still work this way after fusing with Marissa. Marissa, on the other hand, looked calm as she continued to radiate with piercing cold. The surrounding temperature had fallen to negative twenty degrees Celsius. Snowflakes were forming everywhere, and slowly, the cold spread until it reached the outskirts of Drogoton. The minotaurs were confronted with this expanding cold. Their fiery bodies cooled as they came into contact with the cold air. The reach of this