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Roderick and Prince Galin left the Raven Guard Knights' encampment empty-handed and met the messenger soldier in front of a dilapidated house that was still relatively intact.

"Someone from Refuge Pointe's forces has arrived. Prince Galin should know them." Upon pushing open the door, Prince Galin saw his cavalry captain, Lieutenant Varokar, standing inside with two adjutants. Several officers in different uniforms stood beside them.

"I am truly overjoyed to see Your Highness again." Lieutenant Varokar was a burly highlander with a face full of beard, but his eyes were red as he looked at the prince, who had grown increasingly old.

Prince Galin gripped Lieutenant Varokar's arm excitedly. He nodded as he said he was well, then asked about the situation at Refuge Pointe.

Lieutenant Varokar introduced them one by one. The man beside him was Marshal Oslight of the Arathor Allied Forces, along with his adjutant, Samuel Hawk. Captain Makrill and a squad of guards were resting next door.

Although the Stromgarde Kingdom was now nearly unable to hold even its capital, the Trollbane Family remained one of the most prestigious human bloodlines. Marshal Oslight and his soldiers respectfully lowered their heads in greeting to Prince Galin, who returned each greeting in turn.

"The situation in the Arathi Highlands is dire. The Orc Horde's Hammerfall occupies the northeastern region of the Arathi Highlands. Its defenses are tight, and it has seized several farms in preparation for a long-term hold."

"The Undead Defilers are also attempting to seize Refuge Pointe's resources, and our forces are fighting them. Vast areas west of the Arathi Highlands are controlled by the Syndicate and Ogres as well. Given Refuge Pointe's importance, we truly have no spare manpower to help Your Highness defend Stromgarde. I hope you can forgive us," Marshal Oslight explained.

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