"All in favor of retaliation, please raise your hands," a quiet vote, many chose silence of thought. Weighing the pros and cons – years of peace laid in the balance. Alphia showed their teeth and the message, confirmation of war grasped the heart of the room. Hesitation would bring downfall – therein laid the quandary of battle. Mutual destruction, one sends one, the other retaliates by sending three, then, the former sends their whole arsenal. Regardless of the angle, the thoughts carried – destruction laid as the final destination. The tide shifted. Minerva rose her palm, Ela followed, and so, many council members, ministers, and noble homes accepted their fate.
"I see," the king scanned the entourage, majority rose their hands. Minority laid with Eira, Elixia, and Éclair.
"Fighting fire with fire," added Éclair, "-is the best option when dealing against a stronger opponent. However, as we are the strongest, is it not fair that we ought to set an example?"
