Words reverberated across the globe, carrying with them the echoes of victory, and the outpouring of support for the Heathers and Hemorrians was beyond comprehension. But as with any tale of triumph, there were those who harbored doubts and suspicions, lurking in the shadows of skepticism. Among them were the Ikes, who believed that the victory had been ill-gotten, a mere stroke of luck. Some even joined the Ike army, determined to prove that the Heathers and Hemorrians could be defeated.
Yet, in the face of doubts and dissent, a ceremony was planned to honor those brave souls who had fought valiantly in the battle that had turned the tide of the war. It was the morning of this celebration, and Micah and Peter were getting ready in their room. They still resided in the house on the hills, a few miles away from the palace city, but their status had been elevated. Jack, in a gesture of respect, had granted them immediate citizenship in the kingdom.