In late June, the triumphant Dark Cavalry finally returned to the North Territory.
The army followed the same route it took northward and returned to the large camp outside of Ice Rock City.
Colin looked at the familiar scenery before him and it seemed as if it was only yesterday when he had attempted to dissuade Marquis Garcia, alongside Vera, just two months prior.
The scenery remained the same, but many things had changed.
At least, the three hundred thousand Troll Army was long gone.
However, this did not mean that the North Territory had settled down.
Even though Colin had not entered the city, he had already sensed a heavy atmosphere looming over Ice Rock City.
"The summers in the North Territory are always stormy."
Earl Dawson, standing next to him, looked up at the gloomy sky and remarked suggestively.