The region of unrest to the west of the Jade Sea boiled over when squadron after squadron of warships arrived.

These airships landed on the vast plains, unloading a steady stream of fully-equipped human warriors. These troops were even better outfitted than Dark Flame’s mercenaries. The lineup almost seemed fit to fight a small war, but the many different colors made them look a bit messy.

These people were the private armies of the Imperial aristocracy. At first, they were positioned in Expansive, but now, they had been transferred to the west.

A big, bearded general gazed into the distance and saw smoke rising over the horizon. He said with a wave of his hand, “You, bring a couple dozen men and take a look.”

The aide responded to the order, then drove away with some of the family’s warriors. Several other off-road vehicles also set out in the same direction.

That bearded general spat. “Damned lot, fighting for such minor contributions!”

As the vehicles grouped up, they saw a group of werewolves running in their direction. One of the private soldiers grabbed the mounted gun out of habit and opened...