{I wanted to update late last night, but I was too exhausted after work and could barely keep my eyes open. So I had no choice but to update after waking up. Maybe I should just update in the morning from now on?}
{Also, to avoid anything too troublesome, the king from a thousand years ago who flirted with Theresa has been changed to a queen~}
At this moment, the commotion caused by Theresa and the others caught the attention of several Castrum Kremnos warriors. A large group of Mountain Folk and Xuanfeng people warriors strode toward them.
"Move! Don't block the way!"
"May I ask which city-state you foreigners come from?"
The warriors' imposing aura forced some Castrum Kremnos citizens to back away unwillingly. Though they were displeased, the warriors had the authority to act first and report afterward. Anyone who obstructed their enforcement could be killed on the spot!
"Theresa..."
Phainon and Mydei hesitated slightly, uncertain whether they should reveal the name Okhema.
"It's fine. Hello, everyone. We're travelers from Okhema. We have long admired the splendid Castrum Kremnos and its tradition of every citizen being a warrior, so we crossed mountains and rivers to visit this city-state."
Theresa smiled and revealed that they were all from Okhema.
"Okhema? I heard the people there are weak!"
"Apparently, they only cared about indulging themselves. It was only after Emperor Keludla purged the Senate that the city-state finally stabilized."
Upon hearing the name Okhema, the people of Castrum Kremnos all revealed looks of disdain.
"Shut up! All irrelevant people, get lost! Otherwise, these Sharp War Spears will pierce your chests!"
The towering warrior clenched his fist and shouted at the other citizens. Though he wore a mask, his serious tone made it seem like he truly was not joking!
"..."