Don't blame Marcus for being cautious. In this world, survival belonged to those who looked after themselves first. If you couldn't protect your own interests, someone else would happily take advantage of you. Besides, who would casually hand priceless secrets to complete strangers?
Crossing the central plaza, they soon arrived at the town council hall.
"Guardian, please come in."
The Town Lord personally ushered Marcus inside. After everyone had taken their seats, the topic of the Storm Seal naturally came to an end, and the conversation shifted back to the Iceflame Black Serpent Men.
The Town Lord carefully explained everything he knew about the Black Ice Cave, the Iceflame Black Serpent Man's abilities, and its usual attack patterns. Nearly five minutes passed before he finally finished sharing every useful piece of information.
Just then, several townspeople entered carrying large jars of wine. Following behind them was an elderly man with a full head of snow-white hair.
