Chapter 319: Chapter 319
Arthur's Point of View
Helmsforth Skydeck
After making a few more arrangements the previous days, mainly ensuring everything would run smoothly in the coming months, I said my farewells to certain individuals. With that, we were ready to head out. Typhon, Kheri, Elincia, Ventari, and Greigh were all present as we waited for the ship to dock. Not sure how many of these ships they had, but it was surprising that they could acquire them so easily. Probably from one of the coastal cities. Continue reading on No_veLbIn
We were holding a meeting while we waited. "Surely we can discuss this at a later time." Ventari pointed out.
Elincia quickly replied. "Arthur believes we are heading to war. When do you expect us to discuss this? On the ship?"
Typhon looked up at me. "Do you really think we are heading into battle?"
"Probably." I answered, and the two women sighed. "If the Demons have set their sights on the East, I'm expecting some manner of battle. It'll be finding out what scale it's on. Could be a simple skirmish, the entire continent could be in flames, or there could be a siege." I offered. "Who can say?"
"If that's the case, shouldn't we be bringing more forces at our disposal?" Kheri inquired. "The Priestess is attending, so we could easily increase our-"
"I've also considered Drewes Leiflan's offer. If the Duke and his wife can be of assistance to you, take it if you need it."
"Sir!" My Captain said with a little more force.
Following his gaze, my eyes found Austin, Rennal, and Cassidy all standing there. "Tell Ziah everything I just told you as well." I said with a tsk before giving him a quick farewell.
Moving to the newcomers, part of me expected to see Lucia here, but Arceana needed her assistance with the recovery effort. Austin ran up and wrapped his arms arounds around me. His face in my chest as he sniffled a little bit. Rennal seemed surprised at that, but it was Cassidy who just stared at me that unnerved me a little. Patting his back and returning the hug, I took a knee in front of him.
"You know I'm gonna come back. It'll only be a few months at the longest." I told him.
"Ya promise? We overheard ya talkin about war." The boy said, and I grit my teeth for a moment.
A smirk then came to my lips. "Do you know how many wars I've been in and come out of?" He shook his head before I ruffled his hair. "Quite a few. One more, on a smaller scale won't be anything too dangerous for me." Then I leaned in and whispered. "I'll also make sure to bring back a gift of sorts, okay?"
He smiled at that. "Promise?"
With a nod, I promised. "Promise."
Rennal came up and grabbed Austin before leading him away, leaving Cassidy and I alone. "Cass-" I began, but she cut me off.
"How are ya holdin up?" She inquired suddenly as she looked me over. "Ah know it's been hard on ya. Especially with that hidden crown on yer head." My eyes widened at that.