From the top floor of the castle in the very center of the trading town, Zarathustra stood on the balcony, gazing down upon the entire settlement.
As a general of the Serpent Empire, Zarathustra was originally supposed to be engaged in battles against other races that posed a threat to the Serpent Empire. However, he had already abandoned his post at the Empire's border.
Several months ago, Zarathustra brought all his subordinates to this small town.
Subsequently, he rapidly expanded his influence, using the trading town as his base of operations.
Zarathustra was acutely aware that his remaining time was limited.
If he wished to gain eligibility for the Serpent Emperor's throne, he needed to swiftly seize control of more territories.
Zarathustra's current major concern was the Serpent Empire's guards stationed at the nearby Rock Fortress.
