In a flash, a week passed. Ashton's plans had advanced considerably in the days that followed. Ricochet, with the help of Giholo engineers, successfully managed to get one of their ships to working condition.
Albeit unsafe for space travel, there shouldn't be any problems with the ship as long as they don't try to escape the atmosphere. They even managed to scrounge up enough fuel for two trips around the planet.
Back in Vania, the rebellious nobles had reinforced their loyalty to Alucard, just like Ashton had predicted. The nobility had tried to confirm the news of Ashton's return and victory through 'spies' living in Livan, and that was why it took a week for them to clear their stance.
As for Lycania, Sheera and her soldiers finally reestablished the connection with Livan and received news of Ashton's return. They were elated and rushed back home to meet their lord.
