The return journey was almost unhindered.
With the Purple Cloud ship of the Third Prince clearing the way, the garrison at various checkpoints dared not obstruct them.
Thus.
At a Legendary Ship's speed.
By the next morning, Baiyu had returned to the outskirts of Maple Leaf County.
The two Legendary Ships sailed side by side in the sky.
This rare spectacle.
For those guarding outside Maple Leaf County, it was a sight they could hardly witness in a lifetime.
From afar, Maple Leaf County looked like a tea egg.
The all-encompassing black curtain shrouded the edges of Maple Leaf County, blocking sunlight from entering; whether birds or chirping insects went in, none came out.
Purple Cloud and Erza hovered in the sky.
The Third Prince and Baiyu descended to the ground together, carefully examining the vast black curtain.
"Any discoveries?"
After a while.
The Third Prince asked.