The dry season's sunlight was always bright, and the sacred breeze soared through the skies. Following the windy thirteenth day of the Wind Month, came the Eagle Month (Cuauhtli), symbolizing spirituality, control, movement, and fortune. Since the southward campaign, all plans and efforts had come to fruition.
A valiant Prepetcha warrior, bearing the head of the Tecos Noble Chief, entered Apa Military City and conveyed the King's decree: surrender within three days without bloodshed. After three days, the army would storm the city and annihilate everyone!
The southwestern allies had already perished; Apa City remained a lone fortress devoid of any vitality. The defending army within the city had lost their last breath of resolve, visibly dispirited all day. Under the terrifying bombardment of the copper beasts, the nobility were mostly mentally shattered. They argued fiercely for two days, even breaking into minor skirmishes before coming to a decision.
