"No! The Diatoranian God of War is the head of the Five War Gods. He'll never run away. He's headed to West Aridlands," Finn said.
"West Aridlands? Shouldn't he be fighting enemy troops in South Aridlands? Why did he go to the west instead?" Willow asked, slightly confused.
"Quinton Hans suddenly betrayed our country, and our King was held hostage. After hearing the news, the Diatoranian God of War rushed to West Aridlands immediately to rescue the King," Finn answered.
"I didn't expect Caspian to have killed Quinton!" Zoey said in shock.
"News about the King is everywhere today. They all said the King has been rescued, but I didn't expect Caspian to be the one behind it!" Willow was somewhat astonished, too.
Both Willow and Zoey had read news about the suppression of Quinton's revolts. They had no idea who had saved the King, though, as the news articles were simple and to the point, merely telling them that the revolts were suppressed and that the King was safe and sound.
The fewer words there were about something, the more serious it was—those wise words were absolutely correct!
"Yes. The Diatoranian God of War led the armored battalion against Quinton, whom they killed before rescuing the King." Finn nodded.
Hearing Finn confirm it, both Willow and Zoey were astonished. Caspian was too powerful. He suddenly became more noble and capable in their hearts. It was as if there was nothing in this world that Caspian could not do.
"The problem in West Aridlands has been dealt with, hasn't it? How long will it take before Caspian returns to South Aridlands?" Willow asked.
"I'm sorry, but I have no idea, Mrs. Lynch. You should quickly pack up your things. We'll escort you away from Southlake City," Finn said, his voice laced with anxious impatience.
"Where will we go if we are to leave Southlake City?" Willow asked.
"Garthram. We've already made preparations in advance. You'll be safer there," Finn said.
They had already prepared for this in advance.
"Sure. I'll pack my things now." Willow nodded. She could only listen to orders obediently at this point. She would be causing Caspian trouble if she refused to comply.
Willow didn't have many belongings in the villa. She only took with her some underclothes, as well as the things Caspian's adoptive mother had left behind since they held significant meaning for Caspian.
After they were almost done packing up, Willow and Zoey prepared to evacuate the place. They suddenly had to leave after living in the villa for so long. Willow still couldn't bear to leave the place.
Zoey was reluctant to leave, too. Both she and Willow were already used to staying there.
"Mrs. Lynch, Ms. Yanez, let's go," Finn pressed.
"Will the enemy troops attack this place? When that time comes, won't our villa be snatched away?" Willow asked in worry.
"I can't say for sure. If the Diatoranian God of War rushes back, he'll surely be able to turn the tide!" Finn said.
"Wasn't there just news about the upper hand Diatoran has gained in the battles over at South Aridlands? Why did the situation take such a huge turn overnight?" Willow asked, confused.
"The Diatoranian God of War left South Aridlands yesterday. After the enemy troops heard about that, they started launching a fierce attack there!" Finn answered.
"Why did they attack right after Caspian left?" Willow asked another question.
"Because the Diatoranian God of War wins every war he fights in. His reputation intimidates everyone under the skies.
"The enemies fear him greatly. As long as he's present on the battlefield, the enemy troops will not dare take any rash action," Finn explained.
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