(Kael)
We gather at the memorial hall an hour after the western border battle ends. The bodies of our fallen are laid out with honor. Eli. Four other Moonridge warriors. All who died defending our home today.
The hall is packed. Moonridge, Clearwater, and Silvermist warriors who aren't on patrol. Everyone who can be here is here.
I stand at the front looking at the faces of the dead. Warriors I've known for years. Fighters who gave everything.
Rowan is beside me. Cassian on my other side. Both wounded but standing. Both refusing to rest until this is done.
"We honor those who fell today," I begin. My voice carries through the silent hall. "Five Moonridge warriors gave their lives defending our borders. Eli died protecting three wounded fighters. His sacrifice saved them. The others fo
