A week of tense recovery and political maneuvering followed the catastrophic victory at Blackstone Fortress. The setting: Guild Master's private office, was where the final consequences of their actions were about to be judged. It was a space that spoke of martial power and deep history: the office was filled with weapons, artifacts, and maps detailing every dangerous zone in the Northern Empire.
Master Volund, the 9th Core Stage Guild Master, sat behind his desk, his immense presence radiating controlled scrutiny.
He had summoned the entire core team—Kai, Chiron, Jin, and Sera—to the meeting. The tension was palpable. The four warriors stood before the desk, their Platinum badges shining, yet their hands rested close to their weapons.
Volund dismissed the guards with a wave of his hand
