After Karachi's departure, Black Stone Territory seemed to return to its usual peace.
For several days, he shut himself in his tent, dealing with a mountain of official business.
Documents from Thunder Dragon City requiring his personal approval as Regent flew in like a blizzard.
Reports on the construction progress of Black Stone City piled high on his desk.
He was like a tirelessly spinning top.
Ed's figure appeared at the entrance of the study.
He was covered in dust, having just rushed back from the battlefield.
"Come in."
Raylo looked up, gesturing for him to enter.
Ed placed a battle report on the desk and said in a low voice,
"The main force of the Blood Hand Robbery Gang was annihilated yesterday in Black Wolf Valley. I captured their leader, 'Blood Hand' Charold, alive."
"Well done."
A smile finally appeared on Raylo's face.
Ed's return lightened the burden on his shoulders considerably.
"What were our casualties?"
