Chapter 47 Winds Of Change

• The days following Ariella’s speech were filled with a sense of cautious optimism, but the weight of leadership pressed on her shoulders. Elandor’s recovery had begun, but there were still countless hurdles to overcome. Rebuilding the capital was just the start—now, they had to contend with the political intricacies of forming alliances and securing the loyalty of neighboring kingdoms.
• Kael’s diplomatic mission to the northern kingdoms had made progress, but the negotiations were slow. Ariella knew that the kingdom’s future depended on their ability to forge these alliances—trade routes had to be reopened, resources needed to be shared, and security must be guaranteed.
• But there was also unrest among the people. Although they had triumphed over The Shade, many were still wary of what the future held. The scars of war ran deep, and Ariella knew that healing those wounds would take time.