The sky was dotted with stars.
Buck Town was silent. However, the ubiquitous soldiers and the torches lining the streets constantly reminded everyone that just over a month ago, a major event shook the entire continent here.
The dim red firelight almost illuminated the entire town. Even late at night, squads of soldiers still traversed the streets.
On the balcony of a mansion in the town's center, Shelley sat quietly, gazing into the distance. Her eyes were swollen from crying.
She faced the town's main road. It led east to the sprawling Casesis Mountains. The distant clouds were low, almost pressing down on the mountains, creating endless darkness.
That was a place that moonlight could not reach.
Shelley sat quietly, lost in thought, waiting. Blue, peaceful moonlight shone on her, reflecting off her blue dress.
On the side balcony, Levi stood with his arms crossed, occasionally glancing sideways at Shelley.
