Board Thread:Roleplay/@comment-37523810-20190601225408/@comment-37523810-20191010004813

"We're departing right now, actually. Every commanding officer's unit is either marching or packing up. We'll of course be leaving a couple of regiments to occupy Tsumini, but everyone else is otherwise heading out." The Lieutenant gave a sad smile. "I must also apologize for not sending reinforcements sooner. There were some... complications while at sea."

The apprentices turned to face them, one of which bowed politely before responding. "How can I help you, miss?"

Roran nodded. "I've only traveled to the mainland a few times, all of which were breathtaking. The sights, the food, the people. I didn't grow up in Cyrzure, but from what I've experienced, there is no place like Zipangu."

There was a moment's silence behind the doors before Elias heard footsteps. "By the time I come back, that hourglass will be drained, and you'll hopefully have an answer, for your bastard husband's sake."

"Very well, sir!" The page saluted before running off to inform the higher-ups.

"Evil lord?" The Oni's interest had piqued slightly.