Chapter 46 Rebuilding Elandor

• The days following the fall of The Shade were filled with a bittersweet sense of triumph. Elandor, long shadowed by darkness, was finally free. But the victory felt hollow, as the kingdom lay in ruins. Entire cities had been razed, fields destroyed, and families torn apart. The people of Elandor were broken, and it was Ariella’s task to lead them into the light of a new dawn.
• The council had been formed quickly—a coalition of loyal generals, nobles who had survived The Shade’s purge, and trusted advisors. Among them was **Lord Thalion Greystorm**, a seasoned tactician and Illyana’s uncle. He was an imposing figure, his tall frame clad in the worn armor of a general. His face was scarred from years of battle, and his deep brown eyes reflected the hardships of a life spent in warfare. Despite his grim appearance, he was known for his sharp mind and calm demeanor, making him an invaluable asset in this time of crisis.
• "Victory is only the beginning," Lord Thalion said during one of the first council meetings, his gravelly voice commanding attention. "We must rebuild not only our cities, but our trust. The Shade has left us broken, and it will take years—maybe decades—to restore Elandor to its former glory."