As the dust settled from the battle against the puppeteer, a newfound sense of calm descended upon the kingdom. The revelation of the truth had brought a semblance of order and stability, but the wounds of betrayal still lingered in the hearts of the allies.
Seraphina and King Alexander convened a council meeting, gathering their trusted advisors and allies to discuss the aftermath of the recent events. The tension in the room was palpable, as each person processed the revelations and grappled with the consequences.
Commander Lydia, her voice filled with a mixture of relief and concern, addressed the council. "We have emerged victorious, but at a great cost. The kingdom now faces the daunting task of rebuilding and restoring trust among our people."
Lady Isabella, a voice of reason and diplomacy, interjected. "We must take swift action to ensure the stability of our governance. The people need reassurance that justice will prevail and that their voices will be heard."
