Upon finding themselves in unfamiliar lands, Arwen took the opportunity to explain to them the situation.

“Now that we are outside the Royal Clans influence, I can now describe to you what we will do from here. The Rarmose Academy is far, we have to travel vast expanses of human land to get there which is why we will be stopping at Adruil City. It contains a port with vast ships that accept passengers to take them down the channel all the way towards Kaldor, a large town that is known for having many Adventurers since there is a nearby labyrinth containing a large population of magical beasts. It is also the quickest way to Rarmose Academy from here, it will cut down our travel time greatly compared to if we were to go on foot. Any questions?” Arwen said.

Ava decided to remain silent and let her Father do the talking for her, it would be a bit strange for a five-year-old to take the initiative in asking about the travel details.

“Firstly, that Teleportation Talisman, why not use them to bring us closer? Why not use it earlier, making us take all that effort to move to the edge of the territory between humans lands if you had those at your disposal? Where even are we in the human lands, how far did it take us? Additionally how safe we will be in human lands like this, we have been told for centuries humans are the greediest, most vile race in creation, what would they do if they find us snooping around their cities?” Xandas said one after the other making Ava’s eyes widen in surprise.

‘Wow you are not holding back Dad!’ She thought as he gave Arwen a scrutinising glare.

After her Father admitted his wrongs to Arwen where be apologised to him, she did not think he would challenge him like this again so soon but she supposed all of it was in the consideration of.

He did lose her Mother and she was the only family he had left, she could see why he would be cautious walking into a city full of humans who the elves had been in conflict with for generations.

Arwen though was nonplussed by the questions and easily able to provide answers, “Teleportation Talismans are limited and expensive, I was lucky to get my hands on that one, and they are not capable of travelling extreme distances it was just about able to get us past the mountains and a distance away from the Elven territory. To use Teleportation Talismans to go any further is an expense I cannot afford. And we will be able to enter the human city without trouble soon as they recognise that I am apart of the Druidic Order, though it is best you hide your faces, it will attract unnecessary attention to us that I could resolve but will cause pointless conflict.”

Her Father nodded in understanding as he replied, “I will trust your word for it, but if they try anything suspicious I will take my daughter and run.”

Arwen smiled in reply as he said, “I expect nothing less, I understand what a Father would do for their daughter, now let's head to the city it is not far from here and it is quite beautiful. Humans though short-lived are full of creativity when it comes to designing their homes.”

Althaea took this opportunity to speak up as she said happily, “Finally returning to civilisation after so long, clean clothes, a comforting bed, finally don't have to sleep on that hard forest floor.”

Then she turned to look at Ava giving her a feeling of wariness.

“What?” Ava asked tilting her head which only made Althaea’s smile turn wider.

“I can't wait to dress you up with some proper pretty clothes, those rags your wearing do not do you justice!” Althaea said with passion.

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“Huh?” Ava responded looking down at her clothes. She was wearing what most her fellow tribe members wear, clothes made up of animal fur and other forest produce, she didn't think it was that bad but maybe that was just because it was the only type of clothes she had worn since her time at the tribe.

“Anyways, get on this cloak for now. Humans around these parts are suspicious when it comes to elves, don't want to spook them.” Althaea advised wrapping a cloak around her hiding her features.

Ava was clueless about where said cloak came from until she noticed it was Arwen who had handed it to Althaea. He seemed to drag them out of thin air as he brought out enough cloaks for them all to put them on.

For some reason Ava knew it had something to do with the innocuous-seeming ring on his finger, it was only when she paid attention to it that she noticed the appearance of the items likely had something to do with it with the way Arwen handled it.

When she was wondering what type of item it is, Cense was able to provide an explanation for her.

‘That is a space ring. A small one, but still rare for cultivators here from what I’ve seen so far. It indicates Arwen is not lying about the status his order holds, Druids are usually respected and it's no different in this realm.’ Cense explained, making Ava realise it was just the classic spatial devices that was described in stories in her old world.

‘Can’t believe I have not realised sooner’ Ava thought as her concentration was taken by noticing the outlines of a city coming into view.

Although it was still quite a bit in the distance there was a clear view of Adruil City.

As they continued moving closer and she was able to see the city in further clarity she was able to truly take in its appearance.

The city had a striking resemblance to the medieval cities she had seen in textbooks from her previous world. The whole city was surrounded by a large 30-meter-tall wall that appeared very thick; made up of robust-looking materials.

There were guards stationed at the top of the walls, the defence seemed stringent and there were multiple towers along the walls that supported weapons that resembled cannons.

Strange glyphs and patterns decorated the large walls glowing with a slight hue.

Big buildings appeared in view over the large walls. She was able to recognise that some of the architecture was similar to that of ancient Greece, though everything was also different in many ways despite having this as a comparison.

‘It truly is beautiful.’ Ava thought with an open mouth, she thought bringing her knowledge of the great cities in her previous world would prepare her for the sight but the city truly was incredible.

It made a desire to broaden her horizons and truly see the world she found herself in blossom in her heart.

Arwen and Althaea smiled at watching her and her fathers reaction, her Father who had spent his whole life living in the elven lands was shocked.

He originally believed Fort Casden was impressive but compared to Adruil City it was nothing. Fort Casden was small in comparison and focused primarily on defence, he truly never seen somewhere close to the size and population of Adruil City. It made him truly admire the humans that they built such spectacular structures.

Continuing to move towards the large city they started approaching a large gate that was the entrance to the city. The gate was eight meters wide and 14 meters tall, it was open at the end of the road that they had joined in their approach towards the city.

It appeared heavily guarded by guards who were adorned with a crest that represented the Empire.

Bundles of chatter started appearing around them as they joined the queue to enter the city.

Humans were the majority who awaited entry to the City however other races that she assumed to be beast-kin by their animal-like features were also among them.

She did not see other Elves however this was likely to do with the tension between the Royal Clan and the humans in these parts.

The queue went by quickly, merchants who brought large wagons full of wares were checked for entry, whereas others who awaited entry were checked similarly, it was done in an efficient, precise manner, the guards were clearly used to this traffic.

Eventually, it was their turn and time for them to finally enter the city.

Ava could not wait.