Three months passed in the blink of an eye. Those ninety days were peaceful and uneventful.
Under the management of Colin and the others, Wesren Heavy Industry's business continued to expand systematically within Hub City's commercial network, encountering no resistance from within the Association.
Bark had made no move since his threat that day. But Allen knew that Wizards enjoyed long lifespans; it was entirely possible that Bark might wait ten years before suddenly striking. Thus, he instructed Vera and Colin to do everything by the book in Hub City and to report any signs of trouble immediately.
In the courtyard of Deep Blue Residence E-071, Allen checked the messages on his personal terminal one last time.
[Combat readiness plan complete.]
[New standard Golem Legions x10, fully staffed.]
[New "Demon Eye" high-altitude reconnaissance units x50, enlisted.]
[Gabriel II and Cyclops II have passed testing.]
