"They moved faster than we expected."
The creature stood up. A long, golden cape fell behind it, reaching its ankles.
It snatched a cane as it stood.
Two creatures appeared and knelt beside it on either side.
Looking left, the creature spoke.
"Summon the council. We must meet immediately."
The creature disappeared with a small nod.
Looking right, the creature spoke again.
"Gather the armies. We must be ready to inflict our will on the mortal realm. There is still the possibility that we will win."
"How many are left?"
"Three. But the child is the only one who can act here."
"And if he loses?"
"Then we try again."
"Yes my lord. It will be done."
As the creature left, the lord opened a door with the flick of a wrist and also left, crossing a vast distance in a step.