“Time and time again they claim war. They kill our troops as if wiping out farmers which we are left to train as soldiers due to these circumstances!” Damian should’ve remained composed but he was pacing the room back and forth. Those that were present were those that he trusted with his life conveniently, but his children were not invited to this meeting that Damian mistook for a venting opportunity. Usually they were free to attend, observe, contribute as born Hades to see how the Kingdom was ruled but Damian advised against it firmly this time. He did not trust himself to make exemplary behaviour and so far he was right in that judgement yet still could not bring himself to calm down.
Zylm was in an incredibly vulnerable state and susceptible to attack as well as newly low on supplies. That burden had no other place to fall but his shoulders. It wouldn’t be long until the citizens of Zylm recognised this and turned to their ruler; and what comforting response could he offer his people?
The recent march had ended with countless fatalities on what was meant to be a simple journey whereby there was no calculation of death. And yet the enemy had taken them by surprise and wiped several good men and women out. Few had the chance to fall back and report of the devastating battle.
Damian, if not so unachievable at the point in time, would have liked to of marched out and attacked Atkana’s walls and ruin their victorious feast filled with the spoils that belonged to Zylm. They were probably loving life somewhere in the comfort of their own walls over indulging in their triumph. Which would have made a spectacular opportunity for an opening to strike if he only had the numbers.
“Commander!” he addressed without looking to her. “What’s your verdict?” There was much he expected from her. Her own review of the recent blood bath for one and her thoughts, though she wasn’t the type to complain, about training farmers. Or perhaps she could offer a whole new approach and strategy that he would be open to.
Diana was more than capable and reliable despite her age and as some would question...gender.That was never an issue for Damian though, for time and time again she proved herself as incredibly worthy. And even the arrogant of Zylm came to know it.