Gold was still very weak, hardly able to endure a long journey.
Winters had been injured as well and needed to find a place to catch his breath.
As Xial was stitching Winters' wound, the three had already made their next move: go to Wolf Town.
If it were solely for healing, it would be best to hide nearby.
But having no familiarity with the Kingdom of Galloping Horses, even their accent would betray their foreign identities.
There were no friends or relatives to provide a safe haven for the three—except for the folks in Wolf Town.
Winters could not seek help from the Vineta consulate either; the city might already be under martial law, making re-entry too perilous.
The pursuers could arrive at any moment, so they must leave Kingsfort as quickly as possible, the farther the better.
Of course, there was another crucial reason: Winters wanted to take a look at Wolf Town.
Without delay, the trio changed clothes and set out immediately.
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