After the destruction of the mage council's stronghold, Kaelen and Lyra turned their attention towards rebuilding the land. The council's tyranny had left the people broken and disheartened, and it was up to Kaelen and his allies to restore hope and order.
The resistance had proven themselves to be formidable fighters, but they had no experience in governance. Kaelen knew that they needed to establish a new system of leadership, one that would be fair and just for all.
With Lyra's help, Kaelen reached out to the leaders of the various cities and towns across the land. He proposed a new council, made up of representatives from each region, who would work together to make decisions for the good of the people.
At first, there was resistance to the idea. Many were wary of any form of council after the atrocities committed by the previous regime. But Kaelen was persistent, and he knew that it was the only way to create a system that truly represented the people.
Slowly but surely, the leaders came around to Kaelen's idea. They agreed to send representatives to a meeting, where they would discuss the formation of the new council.
Kaelen and Lyra worked tirelessly to prepare for the meeting. They researched the best practices of other countries and worked with the resistance to create a proposal that they hoped would win over the leaders.
Finally, the day of the meeting arrived. Kaelen and Lyra made their way to the meeting place, where they were greeted by a group of skeptical leaders.
Kaelen presented his proposal, outlining the structure and responsibilities of the new council. He spoke passionately about the need for justice and equality, and how the council could help bring about a brighter future for all.
To his surprise, the leaders were receptive to his ideas. They asked questions and made suggestions, but in the end, they agreed to the formation of the council.
Kaelen and Lyra breathed a sigh of relief. It was a small victory, but an important one. The council would not solve all of their problems, but it was a step in the right direction.
Over the coming weeks and months, Kaelen and Lyra worked closely with the new council, helping to shape their decisions and ensuring that the people's needs were being met. It was hard work, but Kaelen knew that it was worth it.
The land slowly began to heal. People who had been oppressed for so long started to feel hopeful again. And Kaelen knew that, with the help of his allies, they could create a better world for all.