The convoy rolled to a stop at the gates of Cape City, dust swirling in the late afternoon sun.
Inside the lead vehicle, Jon addressed the group with a steady voice, his words carrying weight. "This is the plan—listen well. The moment we arrive, Mayor Jul and General Jul take charge as the leaders of our faction."
Mayor Jul and General Jul exchanged glances, their surprise evident but quickly masked.
Jon continued, his tone unwavering. "With your statuses, we'll secure smooth access to the city. I know you've made mistakes in the past, but this is a new chapter. Set aside your pride and see how far we can go together."
General Jul nodded. He had been unsure of where and how to start, but a fishing line was thrown to him. He didn't hesitate to jump at it. Mayor Jul, however, gave a curt nod, already calculating the next steps.
That was before they got out of the vehicles.
