After exiting the tunnel on the Rural side of the border, the three girls, Kiliffia, Tia, and Tintin hurried their way to the capital. They only stopped for short rest and did not stop in any town. After two weeks of travel, they arrived at the capital and rushed to the castle.
"So what Dev has told me was true..." Claine let out a sigh. This information made things very difficult. "Our people have yet to infiltrate the other training grounds. They seemed to be more heavily guarded. But I must say your luck was good. Not only you, Dev as well. "
Kiliffia was confused by Claine's words, so she asked: "What do you mean, Your Majesty?"
"The town you came from, Triefil, has collapsed in on itself. All of the residents, including those in the training facility underground, have all perished. Not a single person was found alive." Claine explained.