Past Mistakes (Part 1)

"I'm in dire need of a bath, a good meal, and a comfortable bed. Where can I find all those things?" Solus asked one of the soldiers guarding the field hospital.

"Go to the Association office and take the Gate to Valeron." He said while clearing his throat in embarrassment.

"What do you mean?" Tista asked with a confused expression on her face.

"As your friend said, the Kingdom has gone through two consecutive famines. On top of that, as soon as the Nestrar and the other traitorous regions surrendered, the Royals took away most of the food reserves.

"The Crown couldn't afford to have the remaining crops stolen, poisoned, or destroyed during the change of government. People now live off dried food and establishments are closed. You won't find one drop of beer or a bite of fresh bread in the entirety of Zeska."

The guard tormented his chin until his stomach grumbled and he covered it in shame.