Facing the horrors that the Scarlet King had promised, the werewolves and vampires lowered their weapons. Defensive formations collapsed, the glow of wards and barriers dimmed, and the towering gates of the Blood and Silver Moons Fortress creaked open, surrendering to the inevitable.
The forces of the Scarlet Crusade stepped in with purpose and order.
From the front lines, Bahamut and Elder Alume exchanged brief glances, and upon confirming that all hostilities had ceased, they moved into action. Dragons and saintesses began pouring into the fortress in formation, securing key positions and establishing full control over the city's infrastructure. It was critical to stabilize the region before planting the Dark Root.
While the majority of the Scarlet Crusade's soldiers focused on strategic deployment, one figure moved with intent toward Cain.
Meylin.
