A few moments later, the zeppelin drew closer to the central continent. Ard, using his binoculars, could see the port city of Vernice ahead. He also spotted hosts of angels flying above the city; it seemed the entire population had been evacuated, as they clearly intended to turn Vernice into a battlefield. Ard handed the binoculars to Eva and watched her expression, which was clouded with anxiety as she surveyed the city. Before long, however, her face relaxed when she saw that the streets were empty.
"Thankfully, the citizens aren't there," Ard said, understanding her concern.
"Yes... I'm truly grateful. No innocent people have to be hurt or lose everything because of this war," Eva replied with relief.
"Alright... let's go, Eva," Ard said.
"I know... let's do this, Ard," Eva answered.
The two of them turned around to face Alicia, Milia, Pyria, Mirea, Claudia, Beatrice, Adeline, and Rosalind.
"Time to move out," Ard called.
"Yes," the others replied.
