Previous Chapter Recap:
King Aryan silenced his doubtful ministers and confirmed his alliance with King Balram of Aklak. Balram saw his strength and promised friendship, marking a new beginning for Kaligarh.
The morning sun rose golden over Kaligarh. The courtyards shook with the sound of marching boots as Aklak's tall warriors prepared to leave. Their shining armor and sheer size left the people of Kaligarh in awe.
At the palace gates, Aryan stood with the Wolf Riders lined behind him.
Balram: "Aryan, you are young, but your fire is rare. You will rise higher than your enemies ever dreamed. Aklak stands with you."
Aryan: "And Kaligarh stands with Aklak. This bond will not break."
Balram smiled, gripped Aryan's shoulder, then mounted his towering horse. His wives entered jeweled carriages. A horn sounded deep and strong.
The thousand Aklak guards moved in perfect unity, their spears flashing like silver rivers. The ground trembled under their march. The people of Kaligarh lined the streets, cheering, clapping, and whispering in awe of these powerful allies.
Aryan stood firm at the gates until the last of Balram's men disappeared into the hills. For a moment, silence hung in the air.
Then Aryan spoke softly, his voice steady and full of resolve:
Aryan: "Let them watch. Let them plot. Kaligarh has risen again—and I will never let it fall."
The Wolf Riders lowered their spears in salute. Kaligarh's banners flew high, catching the sunlight. The people looked on and felt it in their hearts—Kaligarh had a true king once more.
The drums of farewell faded into the distance. The season of struggle, blood, and rising flames had come to its end.
✨ End of Season 1