42 The Queen's Decision
A long silence followed the Queen's words. The clans held their breath, waiting for her answer.
Finally, the Queen in the red mask spoke, her voice calm but commanding:
Queen Wu:
"Very well. We will stand with you."
She paused, letting the weight of her promise settle in the hall.
Queen Wu:
"The war will begin on the fifth day from now. Prepare yourselves well."
A wave of relief and tension washed over the clans. The looming battle was no longer just a threat—it was inevitable.
King Tang nodded respectfully.
Tang Lu:
"Thank you, Your Majesty. Together, we shall crush the Ling Clan."
The Queen gave a subtle nod.
Her eyes, hidden behind the crimson mask, glimmered with something fierce—hope, strategy, and a fire that none could see but all would soon feel.