Emerald Castle had become a bustling hub of power.
Over the past few weeks, Ethan had been steadily relocating entire dungeon realms into the castle's domain. With each transfer, more and more Creature Dwellings sprang up across the landscape—fortified, upgraded, and now fully automated. Even without a commander present, these dwellings could summon their forces on their own.
When the Emerald army returned from the desert campaign, they dispersed wordlessly, each unit retreating into its respective dwelling to recover.
The desert had cost them dearly.
If they didn't replenish their ranks soon, the consequences would be catastrophic.
Meanwhile, Ethan stood atop the castle's highest battlement, his cloak snapping in the wind as he gazed toward the distant silhouette of Sky Citadel.
