章 72: Villager help

The air was thick with tension as the queen's guards marched forward, their expressions cold and merciless. I glanced around at the villagers, their faces filled with fear and uncertainty. We were outnumbered, but we couldn't back down now. I took a deep breath and stepped forward, drawing my sword.

"Stand your ground!" I called out, trying to infuse my voice with as much confidence as I could muster. "We won't let them take us without a fight!"

Nara moved to stand beside me, her own sword at the ready. "We've faced worse odds," she murmured, giving me a determined look. "We can do this."

The guards didn't hesitate. With a shout, they charged, and the battle began.