In truth, he had already visited Violet's Tree Spirit Territory much earlier. His current identity was merely a disguise, allowing him to see the kingdom built by the Slimes with his own eyes, learn about the new Slime Sage, and recruit fresh blood for the Forest Sages' Association.
"Violet certainly didn't go into these details with me…" Oldes muttered.
"What was that, sir?" Turk hadn't quite heard his whisper and asked in confusion.
"Ahem... It's nothing, nothing at all," Oldes said, quickly covering his tracks. "I'm just a little surprised... Well then, I'll be in your care. May nature bless you."
After all, with Elder Shaman Shazak's "revelation" as a pretext, Turk had no reason to doubt him. He ordered the convoy to set off once more, advancing toward the Royal Capital along the hardened road, which was dotted with golden autumn leaves.
