Stepping Into The Light

- 2 Months Later...

"Their movements have stagnated considerably over the course of the last four to five weeks.

Our last incident was against the forces of the Hero of Quaking Earth and it was just a small detachment. Around seventy-five men I believe. Likely an unsanctioned effort."

"Don't give me reports lined solely with what you believe, Kyoen. I need accurate information, or none at all."

"Yes, master. I apologize."

"Continue."

"We captured half, killed the rest. We're holding them for now just incase we need..."

Taira listened to Kyoen's report in full with a simple uninterested look on his face. But one would have to be a fool to think that he wasn't listening to every word said with perfect focus.

After five more minutes of deliberation, Taira suddenly stirred from his blank state and held up his hand. 

"That's enough. We'll finish this later."

"Yes, master. I await your summons."