The morning sun rose over Demkas, casting a golden hue across the landscape. But the light that illuminated the kingdom felt muted, overshadowed by the weight of an impending storm. Tension thrummed in the air, palpable as whispers of invasion circulated through the towns and villages.
Heaviness was in the air. Daunting.
In the heart of the capital, the bustling marketplace had transformed into a tense gathering spot for anxious citizens. Merchants no longer called out their wares. Instead, most stores stayed locked up. Families in homes exchanged hushed conversations, each new rumour fanning the flames of fear. Some spoke of Xu Kai’s soldiers marching relentlessly toward their borders, while others recounted chilling tales of towns overtaken in the dead of night.
Coated heavily and
