The one who brought the supplies was Lowell. He arrived with a hundred knights and a thousand soldiers to guard the massive shipment of provisions.

Lowell, visibly exhausted, spoke to Ghislain.

“How have you been? This should provide enough supplies to sustain the fortress for several months. I’ll make sure to bring more on schedule next time.”

“What? Why did you come personally? You’re a spy, not a delivery boy. Don’t you have work to do?”

At Ghislain’s question, Lowell’s face darkened.

“The chief insisted I go myself because the load was so large. He didn’t trust anyone else. He …