Days later, they arranged a public debate in the heart of the capital, inviting the general to voice his grievances. The atmosphere was charged as citizens gathered, eager to witness the clash of ideologies.
As the general took to the stage, his charisma was undeniable. "You think peace will last? Look at the Celestials! They will betray us the moment it benefits them. Join me, and we will reclaim our honor!"
The crowd murmured, uncertainty rippling through them.
Lyra stepped forward, her heart pounding. "You speak of honor, but where is the honor in perpetuating violence? Our strength lies not in division, but in unity. We are stronger together—can we not see that?"
Kaelith followed, her voice steady and powerful. "We have seen what hatred breeds—destruction, pain, and loss. We have chosen a different path, one that leads to healing and understanding. We cannot let the darkness of our past dictate our future!"
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