As Khao'khen stood atop the ruins, his gaze swept over the city. The streets were still littered with debris, and the buildings bore visible scars of the recent tragedy.
But amidst the devastation, something stirred. He watched as people worked tirelessly, rebuilding their homes and livelihoods with determination in their eyes. "I see they are doing quite well," Khao'khen murmured, a hint of relief in his voice.
His words echoed in Adhalia's mind, as she remembered the chieftain's unconventional decision to hire commoners for the restoration work. Adhalia had been skeptical at first, wondering why they wouldn't rely on the horde to rebuild the city faster. But then Khao'khen's reasoning became clear: "We need to give the commoners a chance to recover too. They need money and jobs to rebuild their lives."
And so, with resources pouring in from all over the kingdom, the people of Ishtar took up hammers and shovels, determined to restore their beloved city.
