At this, the annoyed soldiers collectively smirked and went back to guard duty.

“Yes, sir.” Mark and the other adventurer said, reluctant but not angry – they recognised that they deserved it for keeping everyone waiting till dark.

With that, Michael went to the fire Jay and Anya were sitting at, pouring some water on it before announcing in a loud voice “Ok everyone, back to the village. I’ll take the lead, while I want adventurers walking in the middle.”