Victory
Author: Jericho Chase
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

As Nicholas and the Phoenix army stood at the gates of the capital, ready to confront the rule of King Harry, they were met with a formidable sight.

Harry's army, consisting of three hundred men, had arrived, prepared to thwart Nicholas's advance.

Nicholas sized them up. They were only three hundred men.

The Phoenix army was ten times Harry's number and stronger. They pose no threat to Nicholas.

But Nicholas wanted this to be a peaceful march to victory. He had no indications of shedding blood.

Stepping forward from the ranks of Harry's army, the commander emerged, a figure of authority and determination.

His eyes locked with Nicholas's, as they stood face to face, ready to engage in a crucial exchange.

Nicholas, recognizing the army commander from their shared past, greeted him with a warm smile.

"How are you, old friend?" he asked, a glimmer of nostalgia in his eyes.

The army commander's heart wavered, the bond of friendship and loyalty tugging at his emotions.

He knew he had
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