Chapter 129: War

The soldiers had been brutal. That much was clear as Kai and Kiara walked through the remains of the ravaged town.

The cobbled streets were strewn with debris, shattered remnants of homes and shops that once brimmed with life.

The townsfolk huddled together, faces pale and eyes hollow with fear and exhaustion. They clung to one another, their grief palpable as they mourned the dead and tended to the wounded.

The Mages, the new group in charge of protecting the town, moved swiftly through the ruins, administering aid and ensuring the safety of those who survived. They worked with a steadfast determination that lent some semblance of order to the chaos.

Kai glanced over his shoulder at the crumbling town square, where a group of Mages was attempting to repair the fountain.

It had once been the heart of the town, a gathering place for celebrations and everyday chatter. Now, it was a stark reminder of the violence that had swept through.