The air grew thick with anticipation as the combined forces of Zephyros and Valeidio gathered at the gates of the Mbuzuoria palace. The scent of blood and sweat clung to them, their armor glinting in the dim light of the overcast sky. Behind Kaelix and his companions, soldiers lined up in perfect formation, ready to follow their leaders into the final stage of this battle.
Kaelix's sharp gaze swept over the palace gates, assessing their strength. He turned to one of his captains. "Bring the battering ram forward. Those gates won't hold for long."
The captain saluted, barking orders to the men. Within moments, a group of soldiers emerged, hauling a massive battering ram toward the gates. The sound of the heavy wood scraping against the ground echoed across the battlefield.
Lucian, standing beside his twin, cast a glance toward the palace walls. "Do you think they're cowering inside, praying we'll show mercy?"
