CHAPTER 85 Under the Shadow of War

　　Ethan's pov

　　The meeting hall is filled with an almost palpable tension, the walls echoing the murmur of low and expectant voices. Not only are my military advisors present, but also the elders of the council, their faces somber and full of an ancient wisdom that hangs like a mantle over the environment. Alongside them is Kai, my right-hand man, and beta, whose presence commands respect and authority. Kai has led all military forces with an iron fist, especially the aerial attacks against the kingdom of Aconitum. His firm and determined gaze is a constant reminder of his unwavering loyalty and competence in times of war.