As they marched, the Astanian troops stared at the city with cold gazes.
"Your Highness, I think something is wrong." Remarked Dominic with a frown.
Normally, soldiers would be atop the walls to monitor the situation outside the city. However, Dominic didn't find a single soldier.
"There is also no one at the gates," Lucas added in a solemn tone.
Hearing this, Leighnard scrunched his eyebrows. He was silent for a moment when a thought crossed his mind.
Could it be…
With a look of surprise, he kicked his horse's belly and shouted to the troops. "Advance! Move faster!"
The military officers were quite surprised by his command, but they still sent a signal to their troops.
"What is going on, Your Highness?" Dominic asked as he urged his horse to match Leighnard's pace.
Lucas didn't say anything, but he was also confused.
Without turning his head, Leighnard replied. "There can only be two reasons why the walls are empty…"
