Later that evening, Ard, Eva, and the others prepared to leave for the bandit village in the mountains. They waited in the village square along with Dimitri, who was seeing them off.
"Alright, I ask you all to be careful. I actually wish you could stay longer in my territory, but the Empire is starting to focus on me, and it's better for you to leave with Vahn than stay here," Dimitri said.
"We understand, Count. Thank you for your help," Ard replied.
"No need to thank me. I do this for myself and for peace in this world. I wish you all a safe journey and good luck in your struggle. Don't forget, if you ever need my help, I'm ready to assist you," Dimitri replied, smiling.
"Good, we will remember that. Thank you once again, Count Dimitri," Eva said.
A moment later, Vahn arrived with some of his men. Vahn noticed Ard, Eva, and the others were carrying nothing but their swords and their familiars.
"You're not bringing anything?" Vahn asked.
