Claude looked at his feet, lacking the courage to face Adrian as he muttered, “We're just trying to save you. I'd go through hell and back too if I could save you."

“Quiet!” Adrian was nearly driven mad.

He, a former formidable war legate, now needed someone else’s help. This was a huge blow to his dignity.

Claude added, “Juleen just left. You might be able to catch up with her if you hurry."

“Fine.” Adrian quickly instructed, “Take care of Rozi. I'll be back soon. I don't want anyone else to act recklessly without my permission."

Claude had no choice but to agree.

Adrian immediately set off after Juleen. There was only one road to Greenhurst Mountain, so he should be able to find her quickly. He got onto a horse and spurred it into a gallop.

As he approached the foot of Greenhurst Mountain, there was no sign of Juleen. Adrian became anxious and wondered if Claude had lied to him. But that was impossible as Claude had always been truthful with him and treated him as a good frien