Inside Londinium.
Since it was called the Ruined Capital, Londinium's streets naturally could not have looked all that good.
Like the outer walls, Londinium's interior was in ruins everywhere. Both the streets and buildings were badly damaged, with some structures retaining only a rough outer shell and nothing else. Coupled with trees growing all over the place, it truly resembled an abandoned slum at first glance.
Yet ruined as it was, Londinium's districts were unexpectedly clean. They had clearly been organized and repaired.
"Even though there aren't many people, this place is surprisingly lively."
Following the others into Londinium, Riezel looked over the streets before him and voiced that impression.
As far as he could see, scenes of humans living together in groups—something nearly impossible to witness in the other cities of the Fairy Kingdom of Britain Lostbelt—were unfolding in full swing.
"Ha! Ha! Ha!"
A group of armored soldiers carrying spears and shields stood in neat ranks in a plaza. Under the guidance of several knight captains, they practiced thrusting drills. Every time they stabbed forward, they gave a spirited shout. They were clearly well-trained.
"Clang! Clang! Clang!"
Inside several ruined buildings, blacksmiths were also swinging their hammers with all their might, striking metal. Bundles of newly forged weapons lay piled nearby, along with shields, bows, arrows, and armor.
In addition, wooden carts loaded with all kinds of supplies were being pushed around. Some carried daily necessities, some food and water, while others held lumber and stone, all being delivered throughout Londinium.
Taken as a whole, this place did not resemble an abandoned city at all. It was more like a military town rebuilding from devastation, filled with vitality, energy, and bustle.
"Right?" Da Vinci deeply agreed with Riezel's impression and smiled. "We were startled too when we first