[Twenty minutes earlier]
Caleb left Ashleigh’s side reluctantly.
“What is it?” he asked Galen as he approached.
“We need a more private space,” Galen replied.
They made their way to the supply station not far from the party.
Galen checked inside before ushering Caleb in.
“What’s going on?” Caleb asked, realizing that Galen was acting even more severe than usual.
“We need to shut down the event,” Galen said.
“What?” Caleb asked.
“We got word from one of our teams watching the Rogues, a large movement, heading for us. The northern patrols have also seen suspicious movements in the area.”
“You think they are going to attack tonight?” Caleb asked.
“I’ve already doubled the patrol in the north and eastern borders. The west is closest, but the mountain range should provide some resistance to attack from that side,” Galen answered.
“Damn it!” Caleb shouted angrily. “What are the chances that–”
