Chapter 73: Shared Ambitions
The early morning sun filtered through the tall windows of Lucian's council chamber, casting a warm glow across the long wooden table where the two most powerful leaders sat. Maps, scrolls, and schematics were spread out between them, detailing plans for a joint project—a complex system of fortifications and magical wards that would secure both of their territories against the rising threats that loomed on the horizon.
Lucian glanced across the table at **Isolde**, who was intently studying one of the blueprints. Her brow furrowed in concentration, and her sharp, calculating eyes scanned every detail with the precision of a seasoned ruler. Despite the tension that had marked their initial meetings, Lucian had come to respect Isolde's intellect and leadership. She was not just a ruler by title—she was a visionary, a leader who understood the complexities of both governance and war.