...
Meanwhile.
Inside the garrison.
Lynch was watching this scene unfold through a shared vision.
In truth, he had already detected their movements when the troops were still several miles from Lakefront Town, using the Demon Rat Skeleton "spies" he had positioned on all the major roads outside of town.
Of course.
Given the current strength of Lynch's Spiritual Power, at such a great distance, he could only vaguely sense that it was a massive army.
It was only when they drew closer.
Through the blurry shared vision, Lynch was finally able to make out the fluttering Tiger Battle Banner and another heraldic banner belonging to the Adela family. He instantly understood that Catherine's "guardians" had come to hold him accountable.
Since Lynch had accepted the "gift" from his senior, Catherine, he was naturally prepared for this moment and had already made certain arrangements in advance.
