The master-disciple bond
Once Ben decided to accept the assassination mission of the Demon Whisperer, he and Leo immediately busied themselves in handing over the reigns of the Barony to Butler George and other responsible entities.
Unlike before, they could no longer just pack their bags and leave whenever they wanted to, since they had actual responsibilities to look after now.
Ben was the military instructor of the new cadets and the acting commander of Leo's forces, while Leo himself was a thriving businessman and a Baron….. both roles being such that they needed constant supervision.
Hence, when they decided to accept the mission, the two had to make provisions for their absence and only then could they hit the road.
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( Enroute to the Eastern Border, inside a fancy carriage )