Adam emerged on the plaza, right behind the police officers investigating the altar's mysterious disappearance.
Seeing them frown over glowing magic circles and devices to piece together how this tragedy had happened, he gave them and the grief-stricken citizens behind the barriers an apologetic nod on his way to the Gate.
Beneath the arched construct, Muramasa, Achilles, and the six teenagers waited. Behind them, a thousand two hundred armored lieutenants straightened in a military salute as soon as they saw him approach.
With a nod, he stretched his arm out and spoke with confidence.
"You already know my six little siblings, but the territory has more valiant generals stationed in another realm. We go to meet them and prepare for the territory's expansion." The corner of his lips curled, and he raised his fist as he saw their brightening eyes. "Indeed. It's time to test your training on the battlefield. Command your men with discipline and bring us resounding victories."
