The journey from Elyen Kiora to the City of Utopia was nothing short of grueling, largely due to the oppressive security measures enforced along the way.
As the capital of Utopia, this city represented the very heart of its power, housing its main army. Every checkpoint we passed was stringent to an almost fanatical degree, with no leniency afforded to even the most seemingly harmless travelers.
Thankfully, being in the company of the High Elf Princess, Freya Ruvelion herself, made the process significantly smoother. Her mere presence was enough to quell suspicion and expedite procedures, but the constant stops and verifications were still irksome.
At last, we reached the grand bridge that marked the official entrance to Utopia—a structure as imposing as the city it guarded. The gate ahead loomed like a fortress, flanked by battlements teeming with vigilant sentinels.
