To think that his first impression—upon entering the Autremonde Realm—would be how lovely this place’s near-pristine nature appeared…

While he would’ve certainly liked to enjoy the view for a bit longer, Gerald knew he had more important things to do.

With that in mind, he left the stream and began walking till he eventually came across a town of sorts…

Just as he was about to enter the town, however, the familiar glint of a blade’s reflection caught his eye.

Realizing that it had come from the nearby jungle, Gerald raised a slight brow before sneaking over to investigate…

Shortly after, he was greeted by the sight of a woman—wearing purple clothes—getting attacked by five men who were dressed wholly in white.

Naturally, this made Gerald incredibly angry. After all, how could so many men go up against a single woman! Had they no dignity?!

Whatever the case was, though the woman—who had a longsword in hand—was clearly outnumbered, Gerald was honestly surprised that she was