Far from the capital, in a castle located on the demonic continent, Zha'Vareth, a meeting of the Order was taking place shortly after the dissolution of the alliance with King Elion IV.
"Would any of you care to explain how this happened?" — said the man seated on a throne, his appearance concealed in the shadows.
The three generals knelt before that imposing figure.
"We do not know where that king found such courage, Your Excellency," — said Lady Ithriel.
"The other two have nothing to say?" — asked a second voice, coming from someone seated beside the throne.
"Unfortunately, no, my lord. As the Lady has already said, we did not expect that reaction… besides..." — Velmhar did not finish the sentence.
"Say what you have to say. It might be your last chance." — ordered the figure on the throne.
"Why isn't Zarvokh here? After all, he was the one who provoked the revolt..."
