Colby stood just inside the city gate, directing the follow-up troops to enter the city in an orderly manner.
His gaze swept over the tightly shuttered doors and windows lining the streets, as well as the frightened eyes that occasionally peered out through the cracks, and he could not help but shake his head slightly.
"Pass down the orders. The First Legion will take over the City Wall defenses, the Second Legion will secure the council hall and administrative offices, and the Third Legion will seal off the docks and Warehouse district."
"All operations must be swift."
His orders were decisive.
Zong Shen had instructed him to first take complete control of the city. After that, Blue Creek Forest Great City would gradually be brought under the control of Command privileges.
The messenger at his side immediately accepted the order and hurried off to relay the instructions to the commanders of each detachment.
At the same time, the Wyverns and Griffon riders circling overhead began descending, conducting low-altitude patrols over the city's main streets and squares.
The shadows they cast, accompanied by the howl of beating wings, added an oppressive air to the entire city.
Within the city, the first Dragonkin Imperial Guards to enter had already swiftly taken control of the main road leading to the council hall.
The merchants along both sides of the street had long since fled, leaving their goods scattered across the ground unattended.
Several noble councilors in lavish robes attempted to withdraw toward the docks under the protection of their guards, only to have their path blocked by a squad of Imperial Guards at the intersection.
"Gentlemen, please remain where you are."
There was not the slightest room for negotiation in the leading officer's tone.
"By General Colby's order, all councilors and nobles are