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◆ Scene 1 – Beneath the Dome
Beneath the fractured central dome of Citadel Dilonia, the war council chamber stood silent.
No guards. No aides. Just two people.
Commander Nir Valkx sat at the end of the long obsidian table. His armor was cracked from the last battle, but his posture held firm.
Across from him stood the envoy from Citadel Oris — the woman with pale skin, platinum hair, and eyes that saw through lies.
She spoke first.
“The Council will demand the boy’s surrender within the next three days.”
“If you refuse, Citadel Oris will issue a joint motion for external containment.”
Nir leaned forward, voice cold.
“You’re not taking him.”
“Not unless you want to spark another Collapse.”
The envoy’s lips curled slightly — a smile, but not a warm one.
“Then brace yourself, C
