After the fall of mighty Zone 31, rumors spread like wildfire across the neighboring territories.
One by one, the remaining zones began to rethink their positions. If even Zone 31's powerful army couldn't stand against Aether, what chance did the rest have?
Within just three days of Zone 31's defeat, messengers started arriving. One after another, they came bearing the same message—surrender.
Zone 37 was the first to give in. One after another, all the way up to Zone 49, the rest followed.
In total, thirteen zones had bowed to Aether's rule.
Only Zone 50 remained.
Leo stood silently, a curious look on his face. Thirteen nearby zones had surrendered without a fight—so why was Zone 50 still holding out?
He figured it might be another foolish lord clinging to pride. He turned to Cassian.
