Morning arrived and the morning sun blossomed over Winterseed, where the soldiers were gathered at the borders.
"Dad, when are you returning?" A little girl tugged at her father's legs and asked in an innocent, concerned voice.
"My little princess, Daddy will only be away for a short while. Do not worry, Daddy will bring lots of goodies for you," the father responded.
Around them, other families could be seen waving off their sons and fathers.
They all looked concerned, but not worried.
Since Riela had instructed the soldiers to tell their families they were going on a simple, harmless adventure, the people only felt concerned that they would miss them while they were gone, and not that they might never see them again.
Women waved off their husbands and sons with smiles, handing them packed meals and advising them nonstop not to get into trouble and to return home quickly.
Children waved off their parents and siblings with innocent concerns.
