Zeldris x Reader: Yearning

Ch. 19 The Battle for the Oracle

The energy in the Great Hall surged with renewed determination, and I could feel the weight of my people's support bolstering my resolve. But there was no time to waste; the goddesses and the four archangels would not be far behind. I turned to my father and brother, urgency etched on my face.

"Father, we need to prepare the castle for an imminent attack. We must fortify our defenses and gather our knights. Arthur, can you rally the troops and ensure they are ready for battle?" I commanded, my voice steady despite the adrenaline coursing through me.

"Of course, Y/n," Arthur replied, his expression serious. "I'll gather the knights and prepare them for whatever comes our way. We'll need every sword and shield at our disposal."

Uther nodded, his eyes filled with pride. "I will send word to the nobles and the citizens. They must be ready to defend our home. We will not let them take you or Camelot."

As they moved to execute our plan, I turned to Zeldris and my friends, who stood close by, their expressions a mix of concern and determination. "We need to strategize. If the goddesses and the archangels are coming, we must anticipate their moves."

Meliodas stepped forward, his eyes sharp with focus. "We should set up a perimeter around the castle. If we can detect their approach, we'll have a better chance of preparing for their attack."

"Agreed," Diane added, her fists clenched in determination. "We can use the forest surrounding Camelot to our advantage. If we position ourselves strategically, we can ambush them before they reach the castle."

"Let's split up," I suggested, my mind racing with possibilities. "Zeldris, you and I can work on reinforcing the magical barriers around the castle. Merlin, you can assist us with your spells. Meliodas, Diane, and King can lead the knights in setting up defenses and scouting the area."

"Sounds like a plan," Zeldris said, his voice steady. "Let's move quickly. We don't have much time."

As we dispersed to carry out our tasks, I felt a surge of energy within me, the connection to my powers growing stronger with each passing moment. I could sense the magic of Camelot flowing through the very stones of the castle, and I knew that I was not alone in this fight.

Zeldris and I made our way to the castle's highest tower, where the view of the surrounding lands stretched out before us. The sun was beginning to set, casting a golden hue over the landscape, but the beauty of the moment was overshadowed by the urgency of our situation.

"Let's focus," I said, closing my eyes and reaching deep within myself. I could feel the energy of the castle resonating with my own, and I began to weave a protective barrier around the castle, drawing on the strength of my lineage as the Oracle and the Princess of Camelot.

Zeldris stood beside me, his presence a steady anchor as I channeled my energy. "You're doing great," he encouraged, his voice low and steady. "Just remember to focus on the bond we share. It will amplify your powers."

I nodded, feeling the warmth of his words wrap around me like a comforting embrace. I concentrated on the bond we had forged, the love that connected us, and as I did, I felt a surge of power course through me. The barrier began to shimmer, a protective shield enveloping the castle and its inhabitants.

"Now, let's reinforce it," Zeldris said, placing his hand over mine. Together, we channeled our energies, intertwining our magic to create a barrier that would withstand the oncoming storm.

As the barrier solidified, I could feel the energy pulsating around us, a tangible reminder of our strength. "It's done," I said, opening my eyes to see the shimmering shield surrounding the castle. "This should hold for now."