The Dragon's Silent Shadow
She was going to gas tens of thousands of her own citizens, workers, and soldiers just to flush out the rebellion.
"The ultimate efficiency," Tristan whispered in horror. "Erase the board and start over."
"Tristan, pull the lever!" Saoirse yelled, sensing his hesitation. "We have to let the fleet in!"
Tristan grabbed the third lever. With a primal shout of exertion, he ripped it downward.
CLANG.
Through the glass wall, they watched as the magical blue light of the Titan’s Gate vanished entirely. The massive, house-sized links of the iron chain succumbed to gravity, crashing down into the depths of the ocean and clearing the harbor entrance.