~The Realm of Forlorn Beasts
The sounds of the beginnings of a storm drew Jian out of his meditation, alerting him to the impending attack. The door to his study came open and Jian's brows furrowed slightly at the interruption.
"My Liege, the Black Sea stirs again." Cassian reported as he strode into the room, accompanied by Lords Kaideon and Starron.
"I hear it." Jian murmured, passing a look to the doors leading out to the balcony. The doors were opened and revealed a clear view of the dark clouds that swallowed up the skies, spreading from the city gates and rapidly headed their way. "We predicted the next attack would come within the hour."
His expression was as calm as always but there was a chilling aura surrounding him, the only indication of his displeasure or rage at the situation.