When Gabriel stepped out of the mansion alongside Anna, he encountered a crowd of refugees whispering in hushed voices.
"They're coming, we are all done for!"
"The eastern camp is here to take revenge, save yourselves… they're going to kill all of us!"
"I knew this was a terrible idea!"
As soon as they saw Gabriel, the whispers quieted down somewhat, but the anxiety in their eyes was crystal clear.
A brief gleam of irritation flashed through his electric eyes, but he understood this was simply human nature.
'It appears the strength demonstration with Bai Young hadn't been enough for them to have confidence in me.' He thought this as he stepped past them toward the walls, Anna trailing beside him.
Gabriel nodded at Anna. He didn't need to tell her what to do. The Huntress quickly went to organize those who could fight.
She distributed treasures—mana guns from the armory—to those capable of fighting, and they all stood at different parts of the camp.
