Chapter 59: The Gathering Storm

As rumors of the dark empire's rise continued to spread, Shājiā'ěr and his allies knew that they could not afford to remain idle in the face of such a dire threat. They convened a council of war, bringing together the leaders of Radiant Citadel and their most trusted advisors to discuss the best course of action.

With maps spread out before them, they plotted their strategy, taking into account the strengths and weaknesses of both their own forces and those of the dark empire. They knew that a direct confrontation would be risky, but they also understood that the longer they waited, the stronger their enemy would become.

After much deliberation, they agreed on a plan: to strike swiftly and decisively, launching a preemptive strike against the heart of the dark empire's territory. They would target key strongholds and supply lines, disrupting their enemy's ability to wage war and sowing chaos and confusion among their ranks.

But as they made their preparations for battle, a sense of unease hung in the air. They knew that the coming conflict would be unlike any they had faced before, and that the fate of Radiant Citadel and all who dwelled within its walls depended on their ability to emerge victorious against the gathering storm of darkness.