Ahuli's words hung in the air while the rest maintained absolute silence. No one wanted to face the Chieftain in a maniacal state.
With a surge of adrenaline, Ahuli pushed the guards aside and strode forward, his eyes scanning the chaotic scene. Their prized beasts lay on the ground, twitching in pain, and the elves were overpowering the tribesmen.
"We got played," Ahuli spat, gripping his spear tightly. "Where are those women?"
"Right where we left them," Skaha replied, pointing at the square.
The enemies hadn't reached the spot yet, but they were closing in. Ahuli understood that those girls were the key to victory.
Milka, no, Adrian, had shown a deep concern for them, which meant that as long as they had the girls, Adrian would be compelled to fight for them or at least stop the Banur's advance.
Skaha noticed Ahuli's gaze and realised what was happening inside his head.
