The morning mist of the Red Tide had not dissipated, and the distant mountains were painted with a touch of white by the early spring sunlight.
The testing facility outside the city was hidden in the valley, where the scent of steam mixed with coal smoke carried a tar-like smell on the wind.
This was one of the most secret places in the Red Tide.
High walls surrounded it, the sentry posts were strict, and knights with guns stood on both sides.
Seeing the Lord's exclusive vehicle approaching, they all stood at attention and saluted, their expressions solemn.
The carriage stopped in front of the main gate of the testing facility.
Bradley got out of the carriage first, adjusting the collar of his coat: "Be careful, my Lord. After all, we're still in the testing phase."
Louis merely smiled slightly, lifted the curtain, and stepped down.
In the center of the testing facility, a massive iron vehicle stood silently.
