James returned to the inner keep as the first light of dawn crept over Valoran's towers. After a night of tense vigilance, the air had begun to relax, though whispers of worry and exhaustion lingered in the atmosphere. Guards were swapping out posts, and the morning marketplace stirred as villagers prepared for their daily routines. The harpies had not returned, but a sense of foreboding hung in the air, as if something had yet to unfold.
Inside the main hall, Sasha, Emilia, and Yori gathered around a large map of Valoran, discussing plans to reinforce the kingdom's defenses. Each of them had their own perspective and expertise, but together, they formed a well-rounded counsel, their combined knowledge invaluable to safeguarding their land.
