The Emperor raised a hand, cutting off Vellok's sharp retort. His voice, though still calm, held an edge of urgency. "Enough, Vellok. Kaelen, we did not come here to dissect your recent actions. The demon lord Zarvok presses forward, his army unchecked while our own forces are consumed by internal conflict. Our previous strategies, while well-intended, have proven insufficient against his peculiar advance."
He stepped closer, his veiled face radiating an undeniable gravity. "We need your unique insights, Kaelen. Your unparalleled experience on the front lines, and yes, your recent, shall we say, re-engagement with the ogre generals. This war cannot be won if our own house is divided. How do you propose we rectify this, brother? How do we unify our forces and turn the tide?"
