Just outside the headquarters of Perigo Island...
Arthur, along with his inner council, was preparing for a meeting, awaiting the arrival of the island's commander, lieutenants, and top assassins.
The clan leader's throne rose behind the podium, sculpted from volcanic rock as black as night.
The hall sat deep within Perigo Island's forest, where thick roots and twisted branches stretched overhead, keeping the chamber shaded.
They were holding their meeting in this hidden chamber, a spacious hall carved from ancient stone that served as the gathering place for the Lightning Clan.
The walls were covered in moss, and vines hung down, connecting the room to the forest outside.
At the center of the floor, a faint touch of yellow marked the space, the color representing the Lightning Clan.
Stone seats, shaped like thrones, were arranged in a row, rising slightly so that everyone had a clear view during clan discussions.
Slowly, the meeting room filled, and the clan leader remained seated on his throne, arms crossed and eyes shut.
After the last person entered, the commander of Perigo Island's military force stood, drawing a steady breath as he made his way to the center of the room.
He stood tall, his short jet-black hair and thick dark beard giving him a commanding presence.
A long scar ran across his nose, and his deep black eyes carried the quiet awareness of a man who had survived more battles than he cared to remember.
Everyone in the hall bowed to the commander, while Arthur remained seated on his throne.
"Greetings, everyone."
After a brief pause, the commander continued.
"I'm Blade, commander of Perigo Island's military force. Thank you all for coming to this crucial meeting for our island's future."
"Now, I give the word to our clan leader, Arthur."
Blade moved to the stone podium and took his place beside it, as Arthur rose from his throne and stepped forward onto the podium.
Arthur cleared his throat, drawing the room's attention as he prepared to speak.
"I'll keep it short and simple."
"At first light tomorrow, we will strike to reclaim the uncharted lands, long overrun by the mindless beasts that have taken what is ours."
Arthur paused briefly, then continued his speech.
"This shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone, deep down we all knew the royal family would take action sooner rather than later."
"We are not like the other clans, who will be weakened by the border shutdown. We will come out of it stronger."
Blade suddenly spoke up, offering important information.
"As we speak, the scouting team is keeping me updated, and our military is closing in on the great wall that stands between us and the uncharted territory."
Arthur stepped forward as the commander stepped back and continued the speech.
"To enter the uncharted territory, we all know what needs to be done."
Everyone in the room knew what the Lightning Clan leader spoke of, yet no one thought the day would arrive.
Arthur started to walk away from the podium and walked towards the center of the room. He once again cleared his throat and then proceeded with his speech.
"In order for our military to step into the uncharted territory, the great wall standing between us and the danger must fall."
Without hesitation, one of the lieutenants stood, disrupting the flow of the meeting.
"With all due respect, sir... once the wall falls, even a single creature slipping past us could threaten everyone on Perigo Island."
Blade's hand tightened into a fist against the podium, and when he spoke, his voice was low and cold.
"Choose your next words carefully, Lieutenant."
Commander, there's no need for anger.
The room fell silent as Arthur's aura shifted, his bloodlust barely contained. The lieutenant froze, shoulders stiff, eyes wide, and in an instant slumped back into her seat, trembling and speechless.
Following that, Arthur lifted a single finger, holding it high and steady. The room froze, every eye locked on the gesture, sensing the weight behind it.
"Seventy percent of the island's resources lie beyond the wall. Given our current circumstances, the lack of food and supplies will eventually kill us."
Suddenly, Arthur smirked. His fist shot upward, breaking the tension in the room with a burst of raw determination.
"If we're going to die anyway, then let us die in battle."
A brief, heavy silence hung in the room, and then, all at once, the hall erupted in loud shouts.
Smiling with certainty, Arthur turned to the commander and shouted.
"TONIGHT WE FEAST, TOMORROW WE CONQUER!"
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UNIFIED W
FantasyIn this world where people have crystal powers, fate chose Kai to once again reunite the seven clans, who are in a constant civil war with each other for centuries. Although Kai were chosen, his path is full of despair and pain, but a voice keeps te...
