One day had passed since Vyaghra returned to the fortress with Voltrex.
The Banes had prepared themselves as thoroughly as possible for the inevitable war against the Empire. Yet, the soldiers could not help but feel restless and uneasy. No matter how well they prepared, their numbers were far too insignificant compared to the Empire's overwhelming forces.
Voltrex had remained asleep the entire day following his conversation with Aurelion.
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"Lord Vyaghra, where is the Prince?" Titan asked, followed by the other leaders of the Banes. Earlier, all of them had been focused on Voltrex and had not found the opportunity to ask about Taranis.
"He stayed back to deal with the one who tortured Voltrex," Vyaghra revealed, his brows slightly furrowed.
He disliked the way all the leaders had gathered around him. It felt as though they were interrogating him, though that was far from the truth.
Suddenly, all the Banes bowed deeply before Vyaghra and spoke in unison,
