If he succeeded, the Kings would shake the Northlands. Their names would be revered throughout the Royal Realm, and Stormcast would know no more danger, with no one daring to covet his legacy.
“Ha! Glorious,” thought the Ivory Turtle, now even more exhilarated, shouting from above, "Yes, exactly! You old immortals, this lad is your new sovereign. It's your duty to protect his rise. Leave this cursed place at once!"
Was it speaking? Alavin stared in astonishment.
"I support you. I'm with you," the turtle cried, overcome with excitement. Imprisoned for ten thousand years, it saw an opportunity for freedom. A fire blazed within, and its shell radiated with bright light.
Before the Kings could refuse again, Alavin shouted anew, "The Kings! Please, accept my invitation! I need your help. My people need your help! I do not ask for your eternal guardianship. I only ask that you stay within the ancient city to protect its future as the new eternal kingdom.”
“I have witnessed your past glories and understand your mission—to exist alongside the eternal kingdom.
“Ten thousand years ago, when the kingdom fell, you were not to blame, and your mission did not end. This Royal Mausoleum is not a prison but a sanctuary for your rest. Today marks a new beginning. I stake my life on it, I will not fail you. I am ready to make a blood oath to restore the glory of the eternal legacy, but right now, I truly need your protection."
His resolute voice echoed through the Royal Mausoleum, and suddenly, Alavin knelt on one knee, his plea thundering, "I, Alavin, implore the Kings, descend upon Stormcast!"
Stormcast, the Mallister family, his loved ones—these were his deepest convictions and his mission!
For over eight years, they had suffered greatly, and he would not allow disaster to strike them again.
“In this time, I shall shatter all chains that bind me and lay a firm foundation. This time, I will bring smiles to the faces of the Old Town's folk, and let my kin see hope.
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