Three days passed swiftly, during which everyone learned that all the elite soldiers had perished. However, Arthur did not make an official announcement at first. Instead, he ordered his followers to wait and see if there were any other survivors. Just as he had anticipated, two days after Chadwick's return, three more soldiers made it back.
Unfortunately, their conditions were dire: one had lost an arm and his body was covered in bite and claw marks"; the second was deeply traumatized, Unable to live a normal life again; and the third, though injured, was in a relatively stable condition both physically and mentally.
With their return, the truth was confirmed, all elite soldiers, including the official mages, had been annihilated by the Calamity Wolves. The news was deeply shocking, spreading sorrow and fear throughout the Village. As a mourning ritual, candles were lit and placed at doorsteps overnight.
