Chapter 274: Chapter 274: Whispers of the Future

The early morning light filtered through the fortress windows, casting a warm, golden hue over the stronghold. The sounds of the day's preparations began to stir, a testament to the renewed energy and hope that had infused the fortress after their victory. Elara and her companions had been up before dawn, their minds already turning to the tasks that lay ahead.

In the command chamber, maps and scrolls were spread out on a large table, each marked with notes and annotations. The leaders of the fortress were gathered, their expressions focused and determined as they discussed their plans for the future.