The battlefield grew quieter as the last remnants of the Pharaoh's army crumbled into dust, their forms disintegrating without the malevolent force to sustain them. The soldiers of Valoran, the Dragonkin, and their allies stood in stunned silence, taking in the magnitude of what had just transpired. Then, one by one, cheers began to erupt across the field, spreading like wildfire until the air was filled with victorious cries.
James remained kneeling, his body aching from the strain of the battle. Despite the exhaustion, he managed to smile at the sight of his people and allies celebrating. Sasha, Yori, Emilia, Pippy, and Cherry encircled him, their faces a mix of relief and admiration.
"You've done the impossible," Emilia said softly, her silver hair catching the sunlight. She extended a hand to James, helping him to his feet.
James glanced at her, then at the others. "I didn't do it alone," he replied, his voice hoarse. "It was all of us. Together."