"This is a momentous day!" the King proclaimed, his voice pitched to carry to every corner of the room. "With Seraphina eliminated, the demon realm loses one of its most powerful commanders. Our eastern territories will be secure. Our people can sleep safely. Trade routes can be established. This victory will be remembered for centuries!"
"About that," Pope Gregorius said, his expression shifting from theatrical joy to something more calculated and serious. "TheReaper, I know your unique power requires significant recovery time after major battles. The divine energy you channel takes time to replenish. Normally we would grant you weeks or even months to rest after such a victory, in recognition of your service and sacrifice."
"But?" TheReaper prompted, already sensing where this conversation was headed and feeling his mood sour further.
