Dragon's Paw

Organizing the family troops, along with the new warriors, the result was impressive for a small family in this region of the continent. Eight hundred and fifty warriors, one hundred and eighty elite warriors and thirty knights.

With a territorial extension that covers two viscounts, mountains to the north and west of the sea of Glacium, the Page family could begin to make its foundations.

A fortress, two small cities and an intermediate one, along with a copper mine and citadel. With a population of thirty thousand people.

In front of the Page family citadel, Drake was talking.

"Drystan, now is the time to fortify, and grow internally."

"Now call the merchants and buy the elite infantry sets, with the wealth we got, these lots will be worth it."

"A low-quality army is not what I want."

"Now that our family has grown, we must increase our army, recruit three thousand more warriors. We need to fortify our borders soon. I don't trust those viscounts next door."

"Yes sir, I'll talk to Michael for the training of elite troops in these three months. Leave it to me for the recruitment."

Drystan answered.

"Ok, call all the knights, I'll talk to them."

After ten minutes, all the new knights and those who were in the citadel arrived.

"Sirs, as my sign with you of trust, I will deliver a part of the family's techniques, you know that after you use it, your ties with the family have only been strengthened, until their rise or fall."

"With this I deliver them and welcome them to my family."

With a smile on his face he handed them over

"Thank you, sir!! We won't disappoint you."

"Okay, you can go, any difficulty look for my family or knights older than you."

Excited about the new journey to follow, they left the room.

Finishing the military affairs, Drake prepared to leave for the family fort, which was already preparing for his arrival.

The next day Drake and his entourage left.

Upon arriving at the fort of the Page family, Drake is received with respect and admiration. The entourage that accompanies him enters with him through the gates, while the local guards, as well as the leaders of their troops, observe the entourage with proud and firm looks.

As he advances through the central courtyard, there is a unison greeting from the soldiers and subjects, who raised their fists as a sign of loyalty and recognition.

The captain of the guard, a veteran known for his bravery, approaches and, with a bow, says:

"Congratulations, my lord. Your leadership is a source of pride for all of us. What we have built here is due to your vision and determination."

Drake observes his subjects with a serious expression, but full of gratitude. He raises his hand in a gesture for everyone to listen to him:

"I appreciate the commitment of each of you. This achievement is not only mine, but of all those who fought and believed in the House. Each of you is fundamental to the future we are building."

"Let's stay firm, strengthen our defenses and prepare the ground for the greatness that is to come. May everyone here feel part of this legacy."

The crowd responds with applause and shouts of approval, echoing through the courtyard and beyond the fortress walls.

While the applause still echoes through the fort, Drake's family approaches. His mother, a woman of firm posture but with eyes full of pride, does not expect ceremonies. She approaches him with an emotional smile and pulls him into a tight hug. Drake, for a moment, loses the rigid posture of a leader and allows himself to relax in his mother's warm embrace.

"My son,"

"You are everything I always knew you would be and much more. Seeing what you did for the House... It's a dream come true."

Drake returns the hug, feeling the unwavering support of the woman who has always been by his side.

His relatives, including brothers, cousins and other family members, then surround him with proud smiles and effusive hugs. Each one makes a point of offering him words of support and congratulations:

"We knew you would make history,"

Says one of his uncles, with a proud smile.

"The future of our house is safe with you."

"This is the first of many achievements, Drake,"

Adds a cousin, giving a friendly pat on his shoulder.

"You are our hope for better days."

Drake feels the warmth of family union and the certainty that everyone there shares his vision. This moment further reinforces his determination to transform Casa Page into a power that honors the name of his ancestors.

He smiles at them and, holding his mother's hand, declares in a firm voice.

"With your support, there are no limits to what we can achieve. Casa Page will be strong, fair and respected. Let's restore our legacy together and ensure the future of our family."

With these words, the family celebrates, laughing and toasting to Drake's rise and the future of Casa Page. The loyalty and love between them turn that moment into a silent promise: together, they would face any challenge that arose along the way.

Arriving at her main seat, Sarah's massage already begins.

"Congratulations my lord, I couldn't thank you alone."

Saying that she felt a pull and ended up on his lap.

"I missed you in these periods, I'm glad you're here to welcome me."

That said, Drake relieved all the stress of the war period, with muffled sounds in his office.

At the end of the day Drake reunited the family and told them about the change.

"My brothers and relatives, our family is no longer the same, we have a much bigger land and warriors to take care of, we need a place where it refers more to our standards."

"I know this was the home of our family for more than two hundred years, but with our rise comes changes."

"By next week I want everyone in the old city of Draxeler, where I will name it as Dragon's paw, insinuating itself as our beginning."

"Patriarch, your decisions are ours, our family obeys you. For the family!"

Everyone supported his decision, the fame and power he showed at the time was enough for that.

When they finally arrived, at dusk, they were greeted by an impressive sight. On the walls of Dragon's Paw, the banners of the Page House fladdered in the wind, replacing the ancient symbols of the Draxeler family. The dragon's emblems - a symbol of strength and determination - were positioned in prominent places, such as towers and gates, announcing that that was now the city of Page.

Drake and Casa Page's trip to Dragon's Paw lasted a week, marked by a meticulous organization. The entourage was composed of elite soldiers, engineers and merchants, all ready to ensure a safe crossing. The path was chosen carefully, avoiding risk areas and preparing enough supplies for the journey.

While traveling, scouts in front monitored the road, ensuring the safety of the group. Along the route, banners with the Page House dragon began to be hoisted in strategic locations.

When they finally arrived at Dragon's Paw, they were greeted by a city already adorned with the new symbols, ready to start a new era under the leadership of Casa Page.

As the entourage crossed the gates, the inhabitants and workers who had helped in the preparation greeted the arrival of Drake and his family.

The city was decorated to reflect the new leadership: flags, shields and arches adorned the main streets, while in the central square a large flag of Casa Page dominated the scenery, drawing the attention of all those present.

Drake looked around, absorbing the impact of the transformation. By his side, his mother watched proudly, while Drystan, always attentive, analyzed the disposition of the defenses and made mental notes on the points to be improved.

That was an ancient city, with history and memory, but now it was ready to serve a new purpose and align itself with the ambitious goals of Casa Page.

Drake raised his hand to greet the crowd gathered in the central square and, with a firm voice, declared:

"I declare today that the city of Lorraro will now be called Dragon's Paw as part of our legacy, a symbol of rebirth and determination."

With determination he continued.

"Casa Page is here to protect and strengthen this place, to continue its history and build a future of prosperity."

The crowd responded with applause and shouts of approval, echoing through the streets and walls of the city. Engineers and builders immediately began inspecting the structures for future improvements, while soldiers established strategic defense positions.

It was the beginning of a new era for Dragon's Paw, under the banner of Casa Page, and everyone there knew they were participating in a historic moment.

The city, which carried the legacy of the Draxeler, now pulsed with the energy of a new purpose. Dragon's Paw was ready to become the center of the power of House Page.