"A month has passed since they invaded and we are already overwhelmed."
No one in the room contradicted Alector's words, it was the truth after all.
Just a month prior, during the Exam of Trinity Eden, Vanadias had been invaded—a meticulously orchestrated strike that suggested an alliance between Utopia and Behemoth themselves. From that moment, the nations of Sancta Vedelia had plunged into war preparations, fortifying defenses, and mobilizing armies.
"They've been planning this for years," came a voice from the shadows of the chamber. It was Evan Indi Zestella, his face drawn and shadowed with exhaustion. "I wouldn't be surprised if other Heads or important nobles were involved as well." He added.
Evan seemed less lively than before. In his father's absence whose location and state were unknown, he had ascended to lead Zestella and command its army.
Reiner Dolphis glared across the table. "What exactly are you insinuating, boy?"
