Zelkyan was against the idea of an ambush. The others felt the same way. There were many practical constraints, but the chieftain traveled as the center of a large army. The concept of an ambush wouldn’t really work in his case, but Crockta wanted to see the chieftain’s face in person.1

After Crockta discussed the matter with Zelkyan, a present arrived for him from Jamero, Nameragon’s sorcerer. Jamero had heard about Crockta’s ambush plan and sent an artifact to him.0

The artifact was accompanied by a letter.0

[Did you enjoy the Youngest Son of the Wizard House?[1] This artifact is a gift for you. It’s rare, but there’s no need to be stingy in a fight with the fate of the North on the line. I will put my faith in you because there’s no one else who is as skilled in combat as you are. Use it as you wish.]0

Crockta’s eyes widened in surprise when he checked the information on the artifact that Jamero had sent him. It was a single-use artifact, but it was exactly what he needed at the moment. The artifact was an old pumpkin.0

[Pumpkin Without Borders is a heritage of ancient fairies imbued with magic. You can only use it once.]2

Tiyo and Anor were worried about Crockta.0

“Will you be okay?” asked Tiyo.0

“The ambush will work out if I have this pumpkin,” replied Crockta.0

“You still don’t know for sure. The chieftain…”0

“I have to see him in person,” said Crockta.0

Tiyo nodded. “Then, I hope you will return safely.”2

“Don’t worry.” Crockta...0