As the Military Department inspection delegation returned smoothly, news that the Milaginbi Mountains had officially become part of the Empire spread through all of Fortress of Will like wildfire.
In streets and alleys, taverns and teahouses, everyone was discussing this momentous event.
"The Milaginbi Mountains finally belong to our Empire!"
"I heard those mountains are terrifyingly vast, full of magical beasts and rich in mineral deposits!"
For a time, countless adventurers sprang into action at the news, and discussions rose and fell throughout the streets.
"This is great! There's another place for us to explore!" said a burly adventurer carrying a greatsword, his face full of excitement.
"Not necessarily." The female adventurer beside him shook her head, her tone somewhat dismissive. "Do you think you can just go whenever you want? Those are the Milaginbi Mountains."
"Now that the Lizardmen are gone, hasn't the danger decreased?" the burly man countered.
"Is your head just for holding water?" an older, slightly plump adventurer cut in, patting the map in his hand. "The outskirts of Amnath are surrounded by steep highlands. Without a proper road, forget about getting in easily. If you want to enter the mountains now, you can only pass through the West Bank of Valagaju controlled by Viscount Ang."
The surroundings fell quiet for a moment as everyone seemed to realize the implications of this news.
"Doesn't that mean free adventurers like us won't have a chance to explore there?" The burly man frowned deeply.
"Go try your luck in Amnath. Maybe you can get your hands on a travel permit." Someone offered the suggestion in a low voice, with a hint of probing in their tone.
The suggestion drew immediate support.
Before long, the adventurers throughout the tavern began planning trips to Amnath City—after all, it was now