Amidst the tumult and turmoil of the battlefield, Kralar's laughter broke through the din, an unsettling sound that seemed oddly detached from the chaos surrounding them. His laughter, filled with a sinister glee, immediately drew Lina's attention, her annoyance palpable as she turned to confront him.
"Why are you laughing?" Lina asked, her voice sharp with anger. Her posture was defensive, yet poised to attack, reflecting her readiness to engage.
Kralar, still smiling, met her gaze with a look of amusement that didn't reach his eyes. "Because one of your Ascendants has fallen," he casually revealed, his tone light but carrying a weight that instantly sobered the air between them.
Lina's initial irritation quickly morphed into confusion and concern. "What do you mean? Who died?" she pressed, her aggressive stance softening slightly as the seriousness of Kralar's claim began to sink in.