Erik and June squeezed through the tiny gaps in the manhole cover, erging into the city streets. Their compound eyes adjusted quickly to the daylight, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings.
June said.
The city stretched out in front of them, combining old-world charm with military fortifications. Unlike the magnificent skyscrapers of New Alexandria, the city's skyline was humble. There was nothing that could compare to sothing like the Red Palace, but honestly, the tallest building here couldn't compare to the smallest in Frant's capital.
Most buildings were no taller than four or five stories, constructed of concrete and bricks. Narrow cobblestone streets wound between them, occasionally opening into small squares or marketplaces.
There were so public buildings there, whose architecture hinted at a rich history. It couldn't be otherwise, since this was an ancient city. It wouldn't find itself at a crossroads, otherwise.
The buildings had ornate facades and intricate stonework adorning them. There was even a clock tower, followed by many but smaller churches, whose spires punctuated the skyline.
Despite its smaller size, the city still covered a considerable area. But not so much as to trouble Erik.
There wouldn't be citizens in the city if it had been otherwise. Though it was clear, there weren't many around.
The two intruders kept flying around. At that point, the scope of this strategic location beca clear.
Erik said.
As if to underscore his point, a convoy of trucks rumbled into view, their cargo holds laden with supplies. Soldiers sward around them, efficiently unloading crates and redirecting them to various parts of the city.
As Erik and June hovered, observing the city's bustling activity, they noticed an unusual pattern erging. While convoys of trucks continued to pour in, unloading their cargo. The people seed tense; Mira and Amber were right. There was sothing big going on.
Soldiers scurried along the city walls, their eyes scanning the horizon for so unseen threat. On rooftops, teams assembled anti-aircraft guns, their barrels pointed at the sky. They were going to be repurposed to kill thaids.
That beca clear at that point given the fact the blackguards were worried about 'increased thaid activity'.
It was just that Erik expected it was because of his and the Chimaeric Demons' actions instead. It looked like one or more flying thaids were coming this way. Otherwise, it wouldn't make sense for the anti-aircraft guns to be pointed at the sky.
Even civilian buildings weren't exempt from the preparation, as people climbed onto them, with binoculars able to make the wielder see at kiloters, nestled on their noses.
June asked, his tiny form darting between two agitated soldiers.
Erik said.
They watched as a commander barked orders, directing more troops to reinforce the city's periter.
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