After the Herbalists had administered basic first aid to Murphy and Orion, they exited the chamber.
Now, only the four Mana Core Magi remained. They stood around the wooden table, glancing at the detailed map of the Empire's southwestern region.
Magus Vortigan drew several red lines, then crossed four points on the map. "These are the four outposts, including the one Murphy was in charge of, that have already fallen."
His hands traced the red lines, and he continued, "And these are the supply routes that have been hampered by the enemy. Our men are cautiously avoiding these routes, and it's affecting the frontlines."
He then crossed another point on the map depicting the Mourning Mountains. "And this is the Master's secret base that has already fallen…"
Orion and Murphy nodded, grim expressions on their faces. Meanwhile, Elira's attention was somewhere else entirely, though her gaze remained glued to the map.
