Chapter 45: Surprise Attack?
"I understand," Aira said. "The raiders retreated, but I had someone follow them."
"Good," Vaelrith said, a hint of approval in his voice. "We need to Chapter 45: Surprise Attack?
Elara stood frozen, her wide eyes locked on the monstrous raiders. The leader, a hulking brute with scales and horns, sat astride an armored beast. He sneered as he saw her, his sharp teeth glinting in the torchlight.
"Bring her to me," the raider leader growled.
Eldric, standing before the village gates, clenched his fists. The guards beside him did the same, their faces etched with anger and helplessness. They had no choice but to comply, their anger buried deep within their hearts.
Elara's eyes darted to the elder. She took a deep breath, steadying herself. "I'll go," she said firmly, hiding her fear and sadness behind a mask. "If it will save the village, I'll do it."