ASHINA’S POVThe battlefield had fallen silent, except for the occasional groans of the wounded soldiers that could still be heard, and the rustle of banners fluttering in the wind. Victory had been claimed, but I barely had the strength to process it. My sword felt heavier than ever, my fingers numb from gripping it for so long.We had done it. We had taken back what rightfully belonged to my family.A wave of emotions crashed over me—relief, exhaustion, triumph. However, above all, a bittersweet ache spread through my chest. My father and brother should have been here to see this moment. If only they were alive, they would have been standing by my side, watching our banners rise once more.As I stood amidst the fallen, my body drenched in sweat and blood, Beta Kael approached me. He had a proud but knowing look in his eyes."You did well," he said, clapping a hand on my shoulder. "Your father would have been proud."I swallowed hard, unable to speak. I could only nod in response.
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