Don't Tempt Fate...

"Aren't they great at giving massages?" Hestia remarked.

Medea cleared her throat. "Maybe we should focus on the imminent threat?"

"Right," Lilith said. "An entire army? Sounds like fun."

Ava, leaning on her staff, smirked. "Nothing we can't handle, right?"

"This is it, everyone. The moment we've all been preparing for," Adrian said. His eyes shone with determination as he surveyed the gathered warriors. "This battle may be long and bloody, but I have faith in all of you. You've trained and worked hard, and now is the time to put those skills to the test."

The goddesses nodded.

"What is the plan, my lord?" Hera asked.

"Our goal is simple: protect the civilians and hold the line," Adrian replied. "If the Shadow Court breaches the walls, the entire city will fall. We cannot allow that to happen."

The goddesses shared a glance, their eyes hardening as they all nodded.