Orion didn't say anything further. He withdrew his bloodline suppression and glanced at Thundar, who was slowly getting up from the ground.
"Let them go. Giants settle things the giant way."
Thundar nodded, his emotions a mix of complexity and relief.
"Elder Thundar, there's no need to be so cautious. Giants are not goblins; you don't need to be submissive."
"I understand, Chieftain Orion!" Thundar exhaled deeply, feeling a weight lift off his shoulders. He had been trying to prevent the fight, worried that the young Ironbone Giant might suffer a loss. But now, it seemed that Orion treated all giants equally, regardless of their tribe.
Orion nodded, then looked off into the distance, his voice calm.
"Elder Thundar, prepare your warriors. Count how many bloodline warriors are still fit for battle. In three days, we march."
