Chapter 63 - 63: Planning (2/2)

Besides, the Limes Temple has a very reliable defensive barrier. The Shadows won't be able to enter so easily.

Eu continues laying out the plans. Jairu, Lumina, and Gwyddien listen to her instructions and reminders carefully.

She continues to suggest the placements and advises how to deal with the Shadows more efficiently. They must hold their ground and believe in each other's capabilities.

Meanwhile, Di'Anon and his crew finally regroup on a secure location. It took longer than they anticipated, but all went well on their end.

The others thought their missions are over. They were about to call off the day when Di'Anon arrives at their rendezvous point.

”We must head back to Lime Temple immediately.” Di'Anon said.

”It's been a long day, Di'Anon. Can't we take a break?” Seig asked.

He just fought ten powerful Shadows, and he is famished and parched. He also exhausted.

”Little Eu needs us back.” Di'Anon simply discloses.

”Urgent, huh?” Seig murmured.

The twins, on the other hand, remember the Divine Lord is already at Inner Courts. They can only assume that something is about to happen back there.

Even if the twins are away, their network frequently updates them. This information helps them handle some of their cases more efficiently.

They quickly assume that something is happening while they are away. These Shadows are not just here for surveillance, after all. They all came for a reason.

”Lord Foeni is already at Limes Temple as well. We can only assume something big is about to happen, correct?” Fugue said as he gives his insights.

”If he is, why is our presence still required? Won't they able to handle matters themselves? Little Eu is also there…” Eirwen tried to argue.

”Come. We will discuss it while on our way.” Di'Anon turned around as he said.

He decided to head first and hopes everyone to follow him back. He knew that everyone would not let him down.

Everyone decided to travel on their true, magnificent forms. It will be faster if they all rush back this way, after all.

Not to mention, their movements will remain discreet at the same time.

Not long, five beautiful, majestic beasts rush back to Limes Temple. They all hope they can reach their destination in time.

Back in Limes Temple, Eu has just finished discussing the whole plan. The strategy is very straightforward and mostly on the defensive.

”Gwyd, good luck.” Eu taps his shoulder.

Gwyddien nods his head as he weakly smiles. He is still not entirely convinced he could accomplish it, but he needs to strengthen his resolve.

He has surpassed Eu's training, but he still not officially ordained a full pledge witch. He might be capable, but technically, he is still an apprentice.

He needs to prove himself.

Eu knew his worries. Still, he has to overcome these issues and forgo them because titles and ranks are useless in the field.

It is more reliable to have the right skill sets than those irrelevant matters.

”So, that is the whole plan? Defend as long as we can?” Captain Jairu confirmed.

”Easy, right? The Temple doesn't need many men. We can easily overwhelm them with your own capabilities.” Eu ensures them.

Somehow, Gwyddien realized why Eu insisted on handling the barriers fortifications. She always knew what is about to come.

He can't help to assume that she is withholding valuable information from everyone.

Eu somehow read his thoughts. She knew that he realized something but refrain from asking as well. She is thankful as it is also something she can readily disclose.

”Alright. I will head out now and inform my men. Come on, Gwyd, we need to finalize our plan of surprise with the others.” Captain Jairu said.

Captain Jairu pulled the young witch out of the room. They bid Eu goodbye while they insist her to rest.

”Can I, at least, get a moment for myself? I need to say my prayers.” Gwyddien begged the burly man.

Captain Jairu is dragging Gwyddien out of the room, and he is almost in tears. He is starting to doubt himself once again.

”No, I need you to stay beside me so I can watch over you. I am afraid you will suddenly disappear.” Jairu responded as he continues, ”You can say your prayers along the way.”

He hooks his arm at the young man and continues to calm him down. This is Gwyddien's first battle after taking Eu's lessons.

He expects Gwyddien to be someone as a force to be reckoned with.

Eu nods her head as she smiles and watches them leave her room. She cannot disclose anything in detail regarding the 'things that are about to come.'

They need to concentrate on doing their parts without knowing those matters. Eu wants to bear all the consequences of perceiving everything as she tries to help them achieve their goals.

She is confident they will surpass the challenges that will come their way.

”Lumina, take care of everyone for me…” Eu murmurs as she drifted to a peaceful slumber.