Ragna and Vacuse rode together.
But almost immediately, Ragna's mount sped up and created space between them. The Commander quietly and smoothly disappeared among the ranks of the warriors with his men, leaving only the diplomatic group alone to continue following Vacuse.
At the same time, the warriors began to shout the name of their clan.
"Warbines!"
"Warbines!"
"Warbines!"
"Warbines!"
The shouting was far from what the warriors did outside the fortress gate. This time, it was as if the sound was coming from the ground, the sky, and all around them.
So strong it shook the ground and made pebbles tremble. It was an impressive chant that penetrated the body to the bones. It terrified the enemies and made the allies bold of heart.
Captain Mera's expression turned unsightly. The way the warriors stood atop their hyenas, looking down on her and everyone, made them twitch with irritation.
