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CHAPTER 37 DESPERATE MEASURES
Author: Benazir
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Ellen's frustration boiled over, and he slammed his hand on the table, the sound echoing in the room.

"Could you repeat that?" Ellen's voice held firm.

"Our territory is under attack right now. Although the situation has been handled, we need you back at the camp, Commander," the messenger reiterated, his tone urgent.

"You're telling me to leave my sick wife behind?" Ellen's voice trembled.

"I apologize for the bluntness, Commander, but we require your leadership at the territory," the messenger replied, remorse evident in his tone.

"I thought the situation was under control there. Why the sudden need for my presence?" Ellen pressed, his brows furrowing with worry.

"The situation has escalated. The enemy, along with neighboring lands, are colluding against us," the messenger explained gravely.

"This is beyond what your guard captain can handle alone. We need your decisive action," he implored.

"Please, make a decision promptly."

A knock on the door sliced through the tension in the ro
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