Many elves had crossed mountains and rugged terrain to reach Saeolus, the domain ruled by the Duke of Silver, Mirillian.
As for the law-abiding elf commoners, most were stopped at the border checkpoints. Facing a seemingly endless wait for approval, some who couldn't endure it simply chose to return the way they came.
David had just arrived at Dewensen City when he caught the attention of the guards, who signaled him to stop for an inspection.
Unwilling to waste time, David simply used his tail to pull out the badge of a Pioneer Knight Viscount, flashed it, and then glided over the city gate with Yolanda in his grasp.
Arrogance.
This brazen, imperious act immediately caused many hot-blooded young High Elf guards to reflexively raise their bows. Fortunately, an older soldier who recognized David—the viscount newly appointed seven years prior—quickly stopped them, averting a potential disaster.
