REDEMPTION 💓

😡BLOOD AND MAGIC💔

Trevor's urgent voice echoed through the throne room. "Your Majesty, time is slipping away. My love, the chosen one, weakens by the day. The dark lord's relentless pursuit drains her strength, though she hasn't unleashed her powers yet."

The king's expression darkened, his brow furrowed in concern. "Trevor, we must act swiftly. Summon our most trusted generals and advisors. We need a battle plan to safeguard our future queen."

Trevor nodded gravely. "Already done, sire. Our forces comprise 5,000 skilled warriors, well-versed in magic and combat. Our arsenal boasts enchanted weapons and shields, forged in the heart of our kingdom."

The king's eyes narrowed. "And our cavalry?"

"Our dragons, sire, the finest in the realm. Loyal and battle-hardened, they'll carry us into the fray."

As the king rose from his throne, determination etched on his face, Trevor continued, "We'll divide our forces into three battalions:

1. The Dragon's Claw: Elite warriors on dragonback, striking from the skies.
2. The Shield Wall: Heavily armored infantry, holding the front lines.
3. The Shadow Guard: Stealthy assassins, infiltrating enemy ranks."

The king nodded approvingly. "And our strategy?"

"We'll deploy a pincer movement," Trevor explained. "The Dragon's Claw will strike from the north, while the Shield Wall pushes forward from the south. The Shadow Guard will sabotage enemy supply lines and weaken their flanks."

Just then, a guard burst in, ashen-faced. "Your Majesty! The dark lord's armies have breached our borders!"

Trevor's jaw clenched. "It's time to ride into battle, sire. For our kingdom! For our future queen!"

The king drew his sword, its blade shining with an inner light. "To arms! We'll defend our realm, our people, and our future!"

"Your Majesty," Trevor said, "we require a priest to bless our endeavor and a Seer to guide our path. We must also ensure Alicia's scent is masked to prevent the dark lord's minions from tracking her."

The king nodded. "Summon Priestess Eriol and Seer Orion. They will prepare the necessary rituals and incantations."

Trevor bowed. "I'll see to it, sire. And what of Alicia's protection?"

"Double the guard outside her chambers," the king ordered. "Ensure her safety above all else."

As the king's commands were carried out, Trevor approached Alicia's chambers. He gently kissed her forehead.

"My love, the time of reckoning draws near. May the gods watch over us."

Alicia stirred, her eyes fluttering open.

"Trevor?" she whispered.

"Rest, my love," he replied. "We'll awaken the queen within you soon."

With a final glance, Trevor departed to prepare for battle.

In the armory, Trevor donned his armor, adorned with symbols of protection. His sword, imbued with ancient magic, felt alive in his hand.

Priestess Eriol appeared beside him. "May the gods' blessings be upon you, Trevor."

Seer Orion handed him a small pouch. "These spells will veil Alicia's scent and grant you strength in battle."

Trevor nodded. "Thank you, noble Seer."

As the kingdom's warriors gathered, the king's voice boomed.

"For our realm! For our future queen! Let us march into the shadows and emerge victorious!"

With a thunderous roar, the army set out.

The kingdom's gates burst open, and a horde of twisted minions flooded in. Trevor charged forward, sword flashing in the sunlight.

The childish king, now a towering beast, unleashed a mighty roar. His massive claws swiped through the minions, sending them flying. With a single strike, he slaughtered hundreds.

But to Trevor's horror, the minions began to regenerate, their twisted forms reassembling.

"By the gods!" Trevor exclaimed. "What dark magic is this?"

Seer Orion appeared beside him, eyes aglow. "The dark lord's power courses through them. We need Alicia's abilities to break the curse."

Priestess Eriol joined the fray, her staff channeling holy energy. "Blessed warriors, take heart! We'll hold the line!"

Trevor fought on, his sword slicing through the minions. But for every one he felled, two more rose.

The beast-king's thunderous voice boomed. "Trevor, we can't hold out! We need Alicia, now!"

Suddenly, a faint glow emanated from Alicia's chambers. The queen's power stirred.