In the Combat Department's vast hierarchy, there were only two Lieutenant Generals, and those who could secure such a position were undeniably extraordinary.

Even the stubbled man sensed the challenging nature of the situation.

Apart from the prospect of Ruth bringing formidable fighters to Salt City, uncertainty surrounded her current whereabouts, raising the question of how to ensure her presence in the city.

Additionally, the stubbled man lacked the nerve to confront Ruth directly.

"What's our plan?" one of them inquired, acknowledging the lack of confidence in facing Ruth head-on.

The stubbled man sighed. "I'll make another call. Dealing with someone as formidable as Ruth on our own is impossible."

He harbored the belief that the Crimson Order would dispatch more reinforcements.

After the call, he exhaled and announced, "Good news! Shadow will personally oversee this operation!"

"Thank goodness!" they exclaimed, fists clenched. "With Shadow in Salt City, we will surely acc