Forced by enemy forces, these people had no choice but to try to gather intelligence about surrounding cities. They confirmed there were no alliances with other factions, and then took the initiative to reach out.
Even the guild leader personally set out to facilitate these collaborations.
There was no other way. If they continued like this, the danger would be too great. Moreover, other cities eventually discovered the emergence of such a powerful force with strikingly aggressive tendencies, and soon, they would be at their doorstep.
In shock, both sides thought of cooperation, making it much easier to come together.
Of course, these forces closer in proximity paid a hefty price. Otherwise, one might as well ally with others and watch them fight first, which wasn't impossible.
But now, allegedly, they were no longer dealing with the Shadow Guild.
