Dandeline's arrival in the kingdom had already reshaped the atmosphere. Her presence, commanding and filled with an aura of quiet menace, had caused ripples across the palace grounds. The military forces reluctantly followed her directives. They were soldiers, but even they feared the witch who was currently controlling them. None of them had ever fought and the death they had seen with the small attack Akashi and Fang had done on the castle was still freshly fueling their fear.
Despite their hesitation, Dandeline ensured their preparation for the inevitable battle.
