The flat grounds shook as we passed through Fortress of the Iron Halberd. I looked up and stared at the group of elite NPC archers on the walls for a moment. They were all succubi, and they were all clad in purple cloaks. Their sharp ears shivered, and their purple eyes watched the distance as they paid close attention to any sign of danger.

"This war is probably going to be a long one again…"

On the walls, an archer with a sword strapped to her waist said, "We Purple Bell Scout Battalion are the most elite archer legion in the empire, and we have been commanded by Her Majesty to guard this place. We mustn’t disappoint her, understand? No invader will be allowed to enter Dawn Valley as long as even one of us draws breath!"

The beautiful archer next to her giggled a bit. "You worry too much, big sis. This time, it’s our adventurers’ army who will be attacking another city. I highly doubt that Fortress of the Iron Halberd will come under any threat at all."

"I know. Still, don’t let down your guard. We’ll be keeping watch for 24 hours a day!"

"Yes, ma’am!"

……

I passed through the fortress gate and arrived at a windy plain. As my cloak flapped loudly to the...