Meanwhile, Thorian, sensing the growing strength of the coalition, plotted his counterattack. He rallied the Shadow Conclave, instilling fear and desperation in their hearts. "We must strike before they gather their full might," he declared, his voice dripping with malice. "We will create chaos, sow division, and crush their spirits before they can even dream of facing us."
The agents of the Shadow Conclave set out to infiltrate the coalition once more, exploiting any fissures of doubt that remained. They spread rumors of betrayal and treachery, hoping to break the bonds that Liora and Milton had forged among the realms.
But Liora remained vigilant. She sensed the darkness creeping in, the shadows whispering doubts among the coalition. She called for an urgent gathering, determined to address the fears that threatened their unity.