59: RECONCILIATION

Bjorn returned shortly, a group of nobles trailing behind him. Their faces were a mix of worry and anger, but they all understood the importance of this gathering. They filed into the palace, their conversation hushed but urgent.

Once inside, I addressed them, my voice steady and commanding. “We have faced a great threat tonight, and we have emerged victorious. But this is not the end. We must stay vigilant and united. Our borders are being secured, our wounded tended to. But we need your support and guidance as we move forward. Together, we can rebuild and strengthen Border Town.”

The nobles murmured their agreement, their expressions serious. They knew the stakes were high, and their loyalty was crucial in these trying times. Bjorn stood by my side, offering his counsel and ensuring that every detail was attended to.

Hours passed in a line-up of activity. Orders were given, plans made, and strategies discussed. The palace became a hub of coordination and command, a place where decis