Bjorn noticed Ed's disappointment at a glance and quickly said, "Your Majesty, I will have the craftsmen forge the finest Warhammer for you immediately."
"No need." Ed waved his hand dismissively, a hint of pride in his voice as he said, "Back in the day, I crafted several handy weapons modeled after the Rock Hammer. I've just been waiting for an excuse to use them."
"By the way, Your Majesty, there's another critical matter."
"What is it?"
"Our scouts have spotted Wyvern Knights near the Kared Mountain Range. Additionally, both the Harpist Alliance and the Arcane Priory have sent warnings. The Ashen Empire's army... has mobilized and is advancing northeast—towards our High Mountain Kingdom."
Upon hearing Bjorn's words, Ed was neither surprised nor afraid. He merely walked to the balcony of the room.
With a sigh, Ed remarked, "I truly didn't expect the Ashen Empire to move so swiftly. I thought they'd need at least half a year to fully seize control of North Aisier."
