Chapter 49: Fires of Fear

As the rebellion began to take shape, Lucian met with his inner circle to discuss their next move. Eveline, Roderic, Selene, and The Fox were all present, their faces reflecting the gravity of the situation.

"The people are starting to fight back," Lucian began, his voice filled with determination. "But they need our support. The church will come down on them hard, and we need to be ready to protect them."

Roderic, who had been overseeing the defense of Valeria, spoke up. "We've fortified the cities as best we can, but we're still outnumbered. If the church launches another major assault, we'll need more than just walls and weapons—we'll need to inspire the people to stand and fight."