Bai Zhu then guided the group through the internal corridors of the military branch. Kyrian observed everything with attentive eyes, the architecture was different from the main fortress, more functional, more geared toward training and war. The walls were thicker. The corridors are wider. There were training rooms at every corner, with wooden dummies and wall targets.
They were led to a room on the upper floor of the main building. The doors were tall, made of dark wood with red metal fittings.
Inside, a man awaited them.
He was the leader of the military branch. He wore light black plate armor, and his eyes were sharp like blades.
He stood up when the group entered.
"Bai Zhu." He said, his voice rough.
"It's been a while."
"Leader." Bai Zhu replied, making a bow.
"It really has been a while."
The leader's eyes swept over the group. He recognized Li Fen, Kai, Yan Ling, and Mei Li.
"Welcome to the military branch." The leader said.
