Chapter 416: The Breakout

**Thelma Zane’s POV** Garland City was still reeling from the devastation, but my team and I couldn’t stay behind to help rebuild. The situation at the southwest border was far more critical. Aldrich had already mobilized his troops to secure the Spring Rain Pack, leaving me to decide the next steps. I needed to return to the Elven Capital City immediately to plan my next course of action. Before departing, I took time to purify every inch of Garland City, ensuring no remnants of evil power lingered. As I prepared to leave, I turned to the mayor, my thoughts lingering on the garland of the Goddess of Nature. “Is it safe?” I asked. The mayor nodded, his expression solemn yet resolved. “The garland is safe. We’ve clung to the goddess’ legacy for too long, but it’s clear now that such an approach serves no purpose. I believe the garland will have greater value in the future, away from here.” As we left the ruined city, a small escort team from the Elven Capital City arrived