Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 3081

As they emerged from the canyon, a fertile wetland stretched out before their eyes. Unlike the barren Wastelands with their constant warfare and ruins everywhere, this place was like a hidden paradise with thatched cottages dotting the fields and people coming and going.

Various distinctive buildings were arranged in orderly fashion across the flatlands. Even from a distance, they could see smoke rising from chimneys and Highland Tribe members working in the fields.

Children ran and played on the main roads, their laughter echoing through the air, while armed warrior patrols marched past intersections carrying spears and shields woven from vines.

The captured Highland tribesman looked pleading, but Andrew smiled and had Juno release him.

The Highland warrior immediately bolted at full speed and disappeared in moments.

Knox said urgently, "He's probably gone to alert the others."

Andrew waved dismissively. "That's fine. We want him to gather the Highland Tribe together anyway. Knox, lead the way. We'll go see your parents first."

Knox hesitated uncertainly. "I don't even know if my dad is still the chieftain. The Highland Tribe values martial prowess above all else. Once he has grown old, the warriors in the tribe would challenge him and take his position."

Juno snorted coldly. "That's perfect then. If the chieftain's seat is decided by strength, you can just challenge for it directly when you get back."

Knox smiled bitterly. "But I can't do that. You all know what kind of fraud I am!"

Andrew's brow furrowed briefly, then relaxed. "Let's go, Knox. We'll take it one step at a time. Don't worry. With my backing, even the strongest warrior in your tribe won't be a problem."

Knox laughed. "That's true. We do have martial god level fighters in the Highland Tribe, but compared to a monster like you, they definitely don't measure up."

With a unified motion, over a thousand fully armed Highland warriors completed the encirclement. Their gaze was fierce, and every one of them looked ready to pounce at any moment.

What stood out was how little armor they actually wore, as their calves, arms, and even their necks were exposed.

This showed just how skilled the Highland warriors were at fast-paced, mobile combat.

A particularly massive man stepped forward, towering even over Petra, the descendant of giants. Dragging a gigantic battle axe behind him, he moved to the front.

From beneath his steel helmet, a pair of fierce eyes locked onto Andrew and the others.