After journeying with a great population through the forest for three weeks, Asher finally got to his fortress on the first day of the fourth week. They had to cater for the population of the old and the young, which was while they took so much time returning to the fortress.
In this period, the mountains were now snowcapped, and the depths of the wastelands were colder than ever. Soon, beasts would find it uncomfortable and leave their habitations to human habitations.
A great battle was coming, one against deadly beasts, and it was like a heavy burden on Asher's shoulders.
On their way back, Eritrea told him about his fame as the rider in the barbarian tribes, and by accepting it, he would be able to gain their trust and increase the number of his citizens. However, he was still on the sidelines.
Such an idea had its disadvantages.
What would happen if they found out he wasn't the great rider?
