After Zarriel's death and the retreat of the Hell Legion, the Ashen Empire's forces quickly occupied August City. Soldiers wielding rifles marched in neat formations down the streets.
"Lay down your weapons, cease futile resistance. The Imperial Army targets the ringleaders, ordinary soldiers are not involved!" The synthesized voice echoed throughout the city.
Clusters of airships docked in the skies above the city, casting gigantic shadows that enveloped countless buildings beneath them. Steam tanks rolled over the streets, spewing hot white smoke from their whistles with engines roaring incessantly.
The towering armor walked slowly, each step causing the ground to tremble, attracting fearful yet curious gazes from numerous Thrace people.
Soon, important buildings like the Sun Palace, Eternal Sun God Tower, and Thrace Treasure Vault were occupied by Imperial Soldiers. After numerous wars, they were already adept at this process.
