The battle of Shadow Pass was over, and the morning sun cast a warm light over the battlefield. The air was thick with the scent of victory, mingled with the somber reminder of the lives lost. Elara, Aiden, and Roderic moved among their troops, tending to the wounded and offering words of encouragement. The resistance forces had shown their strength, but they knew that their fight against the darkness was far from over.
Elara stood on a ridge overlooking the battlefield, her eyes scanning the horizon. The Dark General's threat still echoed in her mind. "This isn't over," he had said. She knew he was right. The darkness would rise again, and they needed to be ready.
Aiden approached her, his expression thoughtful. "We've won a significant victory, but we need to remain vigilant. The enemy won't take this defeat lightly."
Elara nodded. "Agreed. We need to strengthen our defenses and continue to build our alliances. Our unity is our greatest strength."
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