It's hard to say if they were escorting prisoners or inviting guests. In any case, after stepping out of the domain of the Royal Mausoleum, many well-equipped soldiers surrounded them.
They gathered around the three Demon Hunters and led them toward the Royal Palace.
Lann's expression was calm, which was not unusual. After all, there were only a dozen or twenty people altogether.
Kohen and Ged also appeared unfazed.
This wasn't because they had ample confidence in themselves, but because they had experienced such situations many times.
When working for nobles, large merchants, or trade guilds, it's inevitable to get tangled in some secret the employer wants to keep hidden.
In cases where the posted notices are ambiguous, such developments are all the more reasonable and common.
Based on past experience, Demon Hunters are brought before the employer after completing the task.
At this moment, the high-ranking gentleman or lady would often express their authority and anger.
