Chapter 241

Chapter 241

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Chapter 241

"...Therefore, it is highly likely that the route Prince Ejain suggested would be difficult to take."

"To what extent is it..."

"Ah, just in time."

Kishiar extended his hand to Yuder.

"This map shows the monster occurrence in the border areas, as reported by the Peletta Knight who has been stationed in the West."

Receiving the map from Yuder, Kishiar spread it out on the table. Everyone could see the red area and scattered dots marked on the map.

"Do you recognize what the map represents?"

"Yes. It captures the bordering regions of the nations connected around the Great Sarain Forest."

"Correct. Up to here is the western part of the Empire, this is Durban, next to it is Nelarn, below it is Aeril, and finally Hisnu."

At Ejain's words, Kishiar, nodding his head, mentioned each country adjacent to the Great Sarain Forest.

"Normally, around this time of year, we would have only seen a slight monster occurrence at the northwest end of the Great Sarain Forest, outside the western imperial border. It wasn't until about two months had passed that we would see a significant rise in monster sightings within the border. But this time, the occurrence is much earlier than anticipated."

His long finger swiftly traced over the marked red areas.

"There have already been several monster sightings near the fastest route to Nelarn. If they continue at this pace, the road will soon be blocked, and the monsters may completely overrun the western imperial border, making it impossible to reach that far."

"..."

Ejain's expression grew serious.

"I had heard of the numerous monster occurrences near Nelarn's border. The anticipated damage seemed significant... But to see them distributed evenly deep within the forest, this is the first time. Is this information confirmed?"

"The Peletta Knight has spent years eliminating monsters and gathering information throughout the Empire. We are confident that we are second to none in terms of relevant information. This map is a compilation of encounters with merchants, the Peletta Knight, and local residents who passed through the area."

"...This is quite troublesome."

Ejain rubbed under his chin and sighed.

"Why must such a thing happen at a time like this..."

"If possible, I would suggest you take a detour around the Great Sarain Forest, but that may be difficult."

"...I suspect it would be."

Ejain furrowed his brow in response.

"I'm sorry, but I can't be sure who has betrayed me. Everyone here was brought by me because I trust them. You, Commander, would know the weight of the people I chose to keep by my side out of the many who followed as messengers. The same applies to those waiting for me in the treacherous Great Sarain Forest."

Ejain's words transformed the expressions of the servants into a variety of shades. Kishiar also nodded as if understanding.

"Of course, I understand. Then, may we use another method to confirm?"

"...What method do you propose?"

Ejain lifted his head. Kishiar raised his hand lightly and pointed at someone.

"Kanna Wand."

"Yes, Commander."

"Is it possible?"

He didn't explicitly state the details, just like when he had tasked Yuder with cleaning up after a battle. However, everyone in the group understood his intention.

"I can't guarantee perfection. But... if you want it, Commander, I will certainly find even the smallest clue!"

The second Prince and his servants were taken aback by the confident voice that emerged from the seemingly ordinary, short-haired woman.

"Good."

Kishiar made a polite request to Ejain's servants.

"It won't take long. Could you please comply with her for a moment?"

"Wha... What do you want us to do?"

One servant questioned with a slightly scared expression, but Kanna only gave him a smile, not a reply.

"I need an object that has been in contact with your bodies for a long time. I'm not sure what would be best. Any recommendations?"

"My Prince. Should we listen to this nonsense?"

However, Prince Ejain averted his gaze from his servant and responded.

"Everyone, hand over the tokens you brought from the Nelarn Palace. She said it would only take a moment, so that should suffice."

"But, my Prince..."

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