The next morning, Orion stepped out of his tent, leaving Lilith and Lysinthia still resting inside. The previous night had been filled with passion, and the two women were utterly exhausted.
Lilith, in particular, felt that the intense lovemaking had drained her more than the recent battles defending against the worms. Yet, she relished the feeling.
As Orion strolled through Moonshadow Valley, the peaceful atmosphere lifted his spirits.
"We're really back," he murmured to himself.
With the main force still on its way and no guards accompanying him, Orion felt a rare sense of freedom.
Walking out of Moonshadow Valley, every horde member he passed bowed their heads in greeting.
Orion returned their gestures with a smile, and before he knew it, he had arrived at the southern gate and climbed up onto the wall.
"Chieftain!"
Thundar approached, his expression showing signs of fatigue.
