The next, in the opulent audience hall of Ryntum Mansion, Bain Lawrance stood before King Riz. His heart was heavy with the weight of defeat. A sombre atmosphere settled in the grand hall.
The room seemed to hold its breath and the silence was punctuated only by the distant sound of footsteps and whispers, echoing the crackling tension within Bain's own spirit.
Alongside Riz was the Minister of War and Defence, William Geoffrey, King Nelson of Naharog and the Fire Priest Gliibious. Both had joined the meeting to assess the dire situation that had befallen their lands.
King Nelson was deeply concerned about the condition of his capital as he had witnessed the chaos and devastation caused by the enemy's advance. Fearing for the enemy may raze the city to the ground.
