章 58: Chapter 58: Echoes of Defiance

The return to camp after the confrontation with Cassian Vale was met with mixed feelings. While the capture of Vale dealt a significant blow to the Southern Web, it also raised new questions about the extent of the conspiracy against Valoria. The destruction of the artifact—a dark and powerful relic—had also left a sense of unease among Draven and his companions.

As the dawn broke over their camp, Draven gathered his inner circle—Aria, Kael, and Leandra—to discuss their next steps. The air was heavy with tension, the previous night's events still fresh in their minds.

"Vale's capture was a victory," Draven began, his tone serious, "but it's clear that we've only scratched the surface. The artifact he used was powerful, and it could mean that there are more like him—people with dangerous relics and dangerous ambitions."