THE SACRIFICE
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All was well for the little kingdom, Tallaron, alienated from the troubles of the world till war galleys arrive their shores bearing tidings.
Things will never be well,a sacrifice is unavoidable to drive away foreigners from native soil.
What must they give for freedom? Fire, blood and the sword or empty words, promises and diplomacy.A right hand of fellowship or a left of Justice.
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"I like not all of this" King Neomedes said" a sacrifice fit for a king and the nation paid in blood we give them."
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