Border City.
The warning from the Highland Inn fortress has been broadcast throughout the city, and the entire border city has entered a state of martial law.
The usually bustling streets are now eerily quiet, with only fully armed sergeants and adventurers hurriedly passing by.
Their strides are brisk, their expressions grave, yet there is little sign of panic.
Although the city has quieted down, there has been no chaos.
Border City, the kingdom's greatest defense line, has faced numerous crises, whether from magic creatures from the north or intrusion from the Black Gate, yet this city at the edge of civilization has never fallen.
Thus, the residents here have gradually developed a calm and bold character, maintaining an attitude almost indistinguishable from normal days even as a crisis approaches.
Though most shops on the streets have closed, some merchants still keep their doors open, patiently waiting for customers, including those selling weapons and equipment.
