The men all nodded and smiled happily but refused to rise from their knees until heard. "You may all rise, eat, and regain your energy. We will need to get back to work soon. We are at war, after all." The men finally rose to their feet and returned to their respective meals.
A middle-aged man approached. "Your Majesty, I'm grateful for your swift recovery."
"What is the situation, Russ?"
