Chain of Command (Part 2)

"The Kingdom's food supplies have almost been emptied to save as many lives as possible. Violence must be used only as a last resort."

"Well said." Lith nodded. "I have yet to receive any update from central command about our mark's sightings. Where do you suggest starting our search?"

Estar took his army amulet and pressed the blue gemstone engraved in the middle, conjuring a holographic map.

"The central command chose Alten as our base of operation because it's the nearest Gate to Zeska." At a wave of his hand, the map centered itself around a medium sized city surrounded by a vast area of cultivated fields.

"Due to the conflict with the locals, sowing has been delayed for too long and in a few more weeks it would be too late. Quaron knows it as well so he is likely to be there.