The convoy continued driving until it reached the center of the town, stopping at a post station next to the plaza.
A troop was already waiting here, numbering approximately in the hundreds, composed of cavalry, infantry, archers, and shield soldiers. At a glance, it was evident they were a highly-trained military force; Lynch even spotted some heavily armed heavy infantry and heavy shield soldiers within the ranks.
No way...
The scale of the response was beyond Lynch's expectations. However, given they had just endured a brutal battle where even the Earl had perished, it was only natural for them to be overly cautious, like startled birds.
"Rooms and hot water have already been prepared. Ladies and gentlemen, please go in and rest,"
One of the leading knights negotiated with Rawls before inviting Lynch and the others inside to rest. Lynch was assigned a room on the third floor, while Avery was arranged on the second. Each floor was guarded by heavy troops for strict protection.
