The king's decree quickly spread throughout the Fairy Tale Kingdom. Although the stricken residents felt heavy-hearted, a sliver of hope still burned within them. The departure of the two warriors made them uneasy, but the letter they left behind was like a spark, igniting their desire to rebuild their homes.
Lu Chen and Huo Yao had not truly left; they had merely concealed their presence and remained behind to observe how the situation would unfold. Seeing the king and the residents pull themselves together, they exchanged a smile, their hearts filled with comfort.
"It seems our departure didn't cause them to lose hope," Huo Yao said with a light laugh, "Instead, it has spurred their fighting spirit."
Chapter 191