Katherine and Irene stood on a high ground not far from the camp, quietly observing the intense battle unfolding. The distant flames reflected on their faces, and the air was thick with the scent of gunpowder and smoke. Their eyes were fixed on the Airtulan tribe warriors, especially the figures of Loka, Kanu, and Magda, who were fiercely pushing through the enemy's defense.
Irene furrowed her brows and asked softly, "Who are these people?"
Katherine, her gaze unwavering as she watched the tribal warriors rapidly break through the enemy's lines, replied, "From their attire and fighting style, they should be from the Airtulan tribe. The Airtulan tribes have a tactical approach different from Strongson's. They focus on agility and speed, not bound by conventional warfare methods." Her voice carried a note of certainty, but also a hint of caution.
Irene's expression darkened as she turned to Katherine and whispered, "If they are really Airtulan, shouldn't we tell them that the Entropy Flame Kingdom's reinforcements have arrived in Strongson? Maybe they will allow us to join them."
Katherine shook her head, a cold glint in her eyes. "Approaching them now is too dangerous. We can't be sure of their intentions, and we can't guarantee they will trust us. Furthermore, while the Entropy Flame Kingdom's forces have arrived, the situation is too complex. Rushing in might cause them to mistake us for spies of Strongson or enemies and kill us."
She paused briefly, then added softly, "We can't expose ourselves, let alone intervene recklessly. We need to maintain our distance, observe their actions, and wait for the right moment to act."
Irene, though uneasy, was calmed by Katherine's words. She nodded, her gaze once again focusing on the battlefield, her eyes filled with caution and contemplation. "You're right, we need to be careful. Right now, the most important thing is to understand the movements and objectives of these tribes."
Katherine gently took out a telescope and continued observing the battle. Her eyes were sharp, as if she could see through the fog of war, understanding everything. She knew that every decision from here on out would be critical, and the safest approach was to keep their distance, follow quietly, and observe friend and foe alike.
"We'll follow them and see what they do next," Katherine's voice was low and determined. "Once we confirm their intentions, we'll make our move."
Irene nodded. Despite the doubts swirling inside her, she trusted Katherine's judgment. They stood in the shadows, blending seamlessly into the world around them, quietly waiting for the next opportunity.