Chapter 117: The Meeting

It was a quiet evening as the family gathered in the large living room, the fire crackling softly in the hearth. Alex sat at the head of the table, his arms crossed as he leaned back in his chair. Across from him sat Thrain, his old companion, and Tommy, the soldier who had been by his side through thick and thin. Next to them was Samantha, Alex's mother, her expression one of deep thought as she stared down at the maps and plans laid out before them.

"We need to start training tomorrow," Alex said, his deep voice commanding attention. "After we've sharpened our skills, we'll set out the following day to head toward the artifact's location. Shona is getting closer, and the sooner we get to the artifact, the sooner we can begin the final battle."