The soldiers and warriors breathed a collective sigh of relief when they spotted Rain passing by, offering greetings to them. His sudden disappearance had left them feeling uneasy, and his return brought a sense of reassurance. Making his way through the bustling activity on the walls, Rain eventually found Branden and Esmeralda, who were deeply engrossed in organizing the aftermath of the battle.
The distinct scent of hide and scales lingered in the air as people worked diligently to reinforce the walls with the remnants of the defeated dragons. The scene spoke of both the resilience and resourcefulness of those determined to defend their home.
"The capital will look quite savage after this," Rain said.
"Oh, you are up," Branden said.
"We were worried that only another battle would wake you up," Esmeralda added.
"... You are in the sixth month of your pregnancy. You shouldn't be in a place like this," Rain said after he raised his eyebrows.
