Shannon

"The coachmen in the territory were all killed by Hailan soldiers. We don't know the road to Yamei Province." Linya spoke with some regret.

Duru was rather surprised by the news. Back on Revelation Continent, he had casually asked someone and obtained the route to Saint Saim City. Yet on Old Earth Continent, even the nobles of an entire territory did not know the way?

"Doesn't a single one of you know the road to Yamei Province?" Duru swept his gaze around. Wherever his eyes fell, people hurriedly looked away.

"Most of them are farmers from the territory. They have never left Sumei Territory in their lives." Linya explained for them. "Please do not blame them, sir."

Angel nodded. "What is the nearest city to here?"

"Cross this ridge, then follow the Antelope River northwest to its end, and you'll reach Black Marsh City. But unless something unexpected has happened, Black Marsh City has already been occupied by Hailan..." Linya said dejectedly.

Duru turned to Angel. "Lord Pat, are we going to Black Marsh City?"

Angel gave a hum. Even if Black Marsh City had been completely occupied by Hailan, there would surely still be living people there.

Next, Duru unlocked the restraints holding everyone captive. Once they had all been released from their cages, they gathered of their own accord behind Linya. This showed that Linya truly had not lied. In their eyes, she was something of a spiritual leader.

"What do you plan to do next?" Duru asked curiously. If Hailan had occupied Black Crow Province, these people would be in danger wherever they went.

Linya pondered for a moment. "There is actually an underground cave near Sumei Territory. Our family has knights stationed there; it is our last refuge. I will lead my people there and seek