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The defenders grew lazy, too, slacking off in the shadows cast by the walls, not even glancing at the people who came out of the city.

The oxcart swayed out of the city gate. Under the sunlight, the young man leaned against the wooden plank at the edge of the carriage. He supported the carriage with one hand and placed his other hand gently on his chest.

A gentle breeze brushed past his face