Once the clerk took Yuki in his arms and left that establishment, Alan felt relieved. He knew that he couldn't fight against the Hand of Reconquest without using his power at its max level. If he dared to use less than that, they would find a way to outwit him.
Also, Yuki was a possible hostage or target while in that place. He couldn't afford her to stay on the battlefield and put her life at risk.
'I know that they might have people trying to catch her out there, but I didn't have any choice in the end. If she stayed here, things would be worse. That clerk probably can't protect her, and he won't last too much against strong enemies, but I hope that he lasts time enough for me to catch up with them.'
Edgar, who was still standing some meters away from him, held his crossbow tightly while thinking.
