The Long Road Ahead

Lena returned to her quarters, her heart heavy with the burden of what was to come. The weight of leadership was never easy, but now it felt like it was strangling her. With the vote looming, Lena wasn't sure if she was prepared to lose everything she had fought for. Her loyalty had always been to the people, but now, that loyalty was being tested in ways she never imagined.

The Rhytil were still out there, and the clock was ticking.