Chapter 30

Maxi studied the man closely. From his steel plate armor and the dense plume of feathers attached to his helmet, she determined he must be a knight of noble lineage. It was common for men of high birth to embellish their armor with such adornments. This man, then, must be the Viscount of Sevron.

"What of the monsters that attacked the village?" the viscount inquired.

He raised his visor, revealing a thick mustache under a distinct, aquiline nose.

"The undead have been dealt with, but the attackers seem to have gone north," Riftan replied, approaching him.

The viscount grunted in disappointment and tapped the hilt of the sword at his waist.

"I suppose that means they won't be coming here anytime soon. I must admit, I was looking forward to seeing some action with this fellow."

"The monsters might decide to change course, so I suggest you keep your defenses up for the time being. Have you sent word to the other lords?"