Chapter 802: The Final Words
0 Days To Go
Orion took a slow breath, allowing his gaze to travel across every warrior gathered before him.
Snow drifted steadily from the grey sky above, settling quietly upon armour, cloaks, and weapons. No one spoke. The only sounds came from the distant wind moving through the trees.
Every warrior stood ready.
Every healer had already departed for the camp that had been prepared.
The craftsmen stood together near the back, their work finally finished. The priests and priestesses remained beside Madam Tyler, their blessings already given.
Everyone was waiting.
Orion smiled faintly.
"You know... when I woke up this morning, I realized something."
Several curious expressions appeared amongst the crowd.
"I have terrible timing."
A few chuckles escaped despite the tension hanging over everyone.
"I remain unconscious for several days, wake up a day before a war, and somehow still expect all of you to listen to me."
The laughter grew louder.
