Uchiha Tenshu and Uchiha Naka slowly made their way through the oasis environment that the people of Roran had transformed.
Along the way, they saw many herders. Some rode camels, while others drove flocks of sheep, living peaceful lives in this desert oasis.
After traveling for some time, they finally arrived before Roran's city. The city was tall and sturdy, its walls built from massive blocks of stone. Dozens of loyal guards in armor stood atop the walls, holding spears as they vigilantly watched the surroundings.
"Who goes there?" As Uchiha Tenshu and Uchiha Naka drew near, the guards immediately raised their spears, bows, and crossbows at them, shouting in unison. Their voices echoed across the empty desert.
Because they were often attacked by creatures from the desert, the guards stationed on Roran's outer walls remained armed at all times, prepared for any danger that might arise.
Uchiha Tenshu and Uchiha Naka stopped and quietly looked at the guards before the gate. When the guards' eyes fell upon Uchiha Tenshu, they were full of wariness. But when they saw Uchiha Naka, their expressions immediately changed. Uchiha Naka spoke as well. "It's me, Uchiha Naka. I've returned to visit the queen!"
"Ah, it's Miss Naka!" one of the guards said with a smile, his voice noticeably gentler than before.
Uchiha Naka smiled and nodded at the guards. She had visited Roran's city before and had left a deep impression here.
It turned out that Uchiha Naka had not only helped Roran slay the invading Desert Giant Spider, but had also received the queen's commendation for it. The queen had declared that all of Roran was to treat Uchiha Naka as an honored guest and offer her the highest courtesy.
That was precisely why the guards on the outer wall treated Uchiha