The victory against the dark forces at the stronghold had brought a brief period of respite to the resistance. However, Elara, Aiden, and Roderic knew that this was merely the eye of the storm. The threat of the darkness still loomed large over Eldoria, and they had to use this time wisely to prepare for the battles ahead.
As the days turned into weeks, the fortress buzzed with activity. Training sessions became even more rigorous, fortifications were strengthened, and scouts were sent out to gather intelligence on any movements by the dark forces. Elara spent her days overseeing the preparations, ensuring that every aspect of their defenses was in place.
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One crisp morning, Elara stood on the training grounds, watching as the recruits went through their drills. She saw Liora among them, her movements precise and disciplined. Elara walked over to her, her eyes filled with pride.
