Raven Prophet (1)

The Andorhal operation, personally set in motion by Roderick, had officially taken its first step. Antoine and Sir Ampel, the commander sent by the Syndicate, led several hundred troops carrying large quantities of supplies as they set out for Strahnbrad to establish a garrison. The following units would depart in sequence according to plan.

After a thorough discussion with the commander of the Shell Crusher Flight Squadron, the other party agreed to join the battle against the Scourge in the north.

But as usual, they first needed to build a field runway and several simple hangars. The next contingent to depart would be the Dwarf musket troops commanded by Thalmar Stormpike. He still had to wait for the elite Dwarf soldiers and artillery units, who were nearing Southshore, so they could leave together. The Gnome engineers responsible for logistical support would accompany them as well.

The letter to Abbendis had been sent days ago. She should have been preparing sufficient supplies, coordinating the Scarlet Crusade troops, notifying the Silver Dawn knights, and arranging matters for the expedition.

Still unaware that a brutal battle had already erupted in the Eastern Plaguelands, Roderick was worrying over whether Abbendis could handle all these matters. He could only hope everything went smoothly for her.

After opening the window, he saw that Southshore, its weather gradually warming, had become a scene of spring blossoms and gentle warmth. At Remilia's request, he had to carry all the flowerpots outside every day so they could bask in the mild, warm sunlight of spring and grow happily. Though it was somewhat tedious, Roderick rather enjoyed it.

A raven, black from head to toe without a single stray color, stood quietly on the fence outside, watching the human knight move flowerpots back and forth. Its lively eyes followed Roderick's