Chapter 36: Betrayal

As the dust settled after the victory at Frost Gate, tensions between Khan and his brother Allatin continued to rise. Allatin was furious that Khan had given the leadership of the castle to Bamsi instead of him.

Allatin had always been ambitious and believed that he was the more capable leader. He felt that he had been overlooked and that Khan had made a mistake in not giving him the command of Frost Gate.

Khan, on the other hand, saw Bamsi as a loyal and capable commander who had proven himself in battle. He believed that Bamsi was the best choice to lead the castle and defend against any future attacks.

The tension between Khan and Allatin was palpable, and it was clear that there was a power struggle brewing between them. Despite this, they both knew that they needed to present a united front in order to maintain control over their kingdom.

As they prepared for the next battle, they knew that they needed to work together if they wanted to emerge victorious. The fate of the kingdom was at stake, and they couldn't afford to let their personal disagreements get in the way.

However, it was clear that the rivalry between Khan and Allatin was far from over, and that it would continue to simmer beneath the surface, waiting to boil over at the first sign of weakness or disagreement.

The two guards arrived at Ibrahim's headquarters, seeking an audience with him. They explained that they were sent by Allatin and had valuable information about Frost Gate. They told Ibrahim that Khan's army was stretched thin and that the castle was vulnerable to a surprise attack.

Ibrahim listened carefully to their report, weighing the risks and benefits of launching a counterattack. He knew that retaking the castle would be a difficult and risky operation, but he also knew that it was crucial for the defense of his kingdom.

After much deliberation, Ibrahim made the decision to launch a surprise attack on Frost Gate. He called upon his most skilled soldiers and commanders and devised a plan to take the castle back from Khan's army.

The attack was swift and decisive, catching Khan's army off guard. Ibrahim's soldiers stormed the castle, overwhelming Khan's defenders with their superior numbers and skill. Bamsi, who was now in command of the castle, fought valiantly, but he was no match for the combined might of Ibrahim's army.

The news of their capture quickly spread throughout both armies. Khan was furious that Bamsi had been taken prisoner, as he had come to rely on his leadership and strategic expertise. Allatin, on the other hand, was pleased with the turn of events, as he had been pushing for the castle to be retaken.

Meanwhile, Ibrahim's army celebrated their victory and the recapture of the castle. They treated the prisoners with respect and gave them medical attention for any injuries they had sustained during the battle. They also interrogated them for any useful information about Khan's army and their plans.

Bamsi, Nadia, and the other commanders were kept in captivity, awaiting their fate. The tension between the two armies continued to mount, and it was unclear what would happen next in the ongoing war.