141 Alliance 6yr

Translator: Translation_NationEditor: chuchutrain, Translation_Nation

The sky was overcast with dark and grey clouds as raindrops fell across the vast land. A bolt of lightning flashed before the roar of the thunder could be heard. A group of treasure protecting escorts were travelling along the road. They looked forthright and their steps were light and casual. There were several people following the group of escorts. They wore thick woven raincoats, but had short sleeved undershirts within. Some of them carried weapons as well. These were the runners.
(TN : The job of these escorts was to escort and handle the treasure. The runners jobs was to ensure the safety of the treasures by adding numbers to the group. Also, in olden days, they were supposed to shout and make a racket, informing everyone that their group was crossing. Everyone was supposed to move out of the way.)
On the carriage was a black and yellow flag bearing the symbol of a galloping horse. This group of men belonged to the Celestial Horse Group. Although they were not the most powerful group, or had the most influence, most people on both sides of the law often gave them face and allowed them to proceed with their activities.
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