After three fulfilling months, the 135th Legion's garrison duty in Xigas Province was still not over.
Inside Stone Mountain City's City Lord's Mansion, Velin, Kyle, Orlando, Hebrew, and Cassius gathered together.
"While I'm away, Orlando will take charge of Stone Mountain City, with Cassius assisting him."
"Yes, my lord." The two bowed.
"What about me?"
Seeing that both his elder brother and Cassius had assignments, Hebrew looked at his lord and could not help asking.
"You'll stay by your elder brother's side and learn properly."
"All right." Hebrew accepted the assignment somewhat helplessly.
After handling Stone Mountain City's affairs, Velin set out with his men for Dwarf Stone Pass under the pretext of conducting an inspection.
Two days later, Velin arrived at Dwarf Stone Pass.
"Uncle, I have some matters to attend to during this time." Velin looked at Olcott as he spoke, presenting him with six bottles of Glowing Wine.
"What do you need me to do?" Olcott had someone accept the gifts, then lowered his stance and asked Velin.
Velin waved his hand. "No need. I can handle it myself. There are some things that would be better left unknown to you, Uncle."
"I understand." Olcott did not ask further. He knew that whatever his nephew was doing had to be important. As a member of the Ex Family, all he needed to do was fulfill his own duties.
Over the next few days, Velin inspected the area around Dwarf Stone Pass, met with the nobles in the army, and reviewed the troops.
On December 3rd, 9735 of the Radiant Calendar, Velin took Kyle and slipped out of Dwarf Stone Pass under cover of night, entering the Graylight Wasteland.
After traveling less than a hundred kilometers, they encountered a Monster Clan from the Graylight Wasteland.
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