The moment Eric said, "I saw many soldiers of the Roland Kingdom," the whole feeling in the Estorian throne room changed dramatically. It was like a loud thunderclap in the heavy silence.
King Noor IV, who had been leaning forward, listening closely, suddenly straightened up. His eyes blazed with a new, fierce light.
He stood up from his temporary throne, his voice booming across the hall. It was filled with a sudden, urgent energy that made the air shake. "Eric! Are you telling the truth? Are you absolutely sure of what you saw?"
Before Eric could fully answer, Alina spoke up. She had been watching them with wide eyes. Her voice was clear and firm, even though the situation was very serious.
"Yes, My Lord King! It is true! I saw them too! Soldiers in Roland's uniforms, inside that awful place!"
