Chapter 97: Tier 3 Advancement and Cloth Suspicions

As the sun began to descend behind the city's towering walls, the sound of heavy footsteps echoed through the stone-paved streets. The gates slowly creaked open, revealing a vast army clad in shining armor, marching in disciplined unison. Banners bearing the kingdom's emblem fluttered proudly in the wind, their colors vivid against the darkening sky. 

The anticipation in the air was palpable as the people lined the streets, their faces filled with a mixture of relief and joy. The knights returned triumphant, and the weight of uncertainty lifted from the hearts of the citizens. 

As the army advanced, the sound of drums and horns filled the air, their rhythmic beats pulsating through the city. The people erupted into cheers, their voices merging into a chorus of gratitude and celebration. Women, men, and children spilled out onto the streets, their faces painted with smiles and tears of joy.