Velin and his two companions did not linger in the small town.
A repressive atmosphere filled the square after the execution, and both Ola and Ryo lost all interest in conversation.
Thus, they did not disturb the local lord, staying the night at the town's only tavern before setting off early the next morning.
Two more days passed before Zelheim, the Royal Capital, finally appeared on the horizon.
Nefarian broke through a layer of clouds, and the view suddenly opened up.
A magnificent city built upon canals stretched out below them.
The last time Velin had entered and exited by land, he had been in a hurry and unable to take in the full view.
Now, looking down from the sky, its beauty was enough to astonish even Velin, a man from a modern world.
Dozens of wide canals served as the city's main arteries, their surfaces shimmering in the sunlight.
