The Final Preparations

The two of them then discussed the Manor's defense strategy for the next hour, covering everything from watchtower rotations to last-resort escape routes.

Thankfully, however, they have numerous plans in case their several defense strategies don't work.

Roan, meanwhile, was just curled up in a corner, occasionally letting out a low rumble as Raze talked to Shinja…

As their simple meeting concluded, Raze placed a hand on Shinja's armored shoulder.

"I'll trust you and Mr. Wadsworth to take care of this Manor while we're gone. Anyway, we'll be back in 72 hours, hopefully with more strength and resources to secure this place further." Raze said. She knew very well that even though they'd be gone for a while, they would also obtain a lot of resources from the rewards they'd get at the event.

Shinja nodded as he also knew that he had to prepare

"We will not disappoint you. Focus on surviving the Challenge, Dragon Knight. Leave the defense to me."