The battle had ended.
In a certain sense, the events on the Highland only truly concluded at this moment.
The True Saint Disciples, the cult that was the main culprit, had their last and largest force swept away in one go, and the remaining Novice Followers posed no further threat.
As the ruler of the dark side of the Kingdom, the Believers of the Black Gate were far more than those exterminated on the Highland and caught in front of the prison. Many marginal figures, not quite evil but far from virtuous, relied on them, lurking in society's shadows, and even some Nobles were secretly connected with them.
These individuals, well-versed in Teleportation Magic and unafraid of the Kingdom's legal jurisdiction, undoubtedly served as excellent pawns in the eyes of many High-Ranking Individuals.
It's hard to say that the action of the Black Gate on the Highland, which almost deceived everyone, had no participation or assistance from others behind the scenes.
