She moved to the next section of her presentation, her voice taking on the personal edge that came from direct experience. "The Lysora County attack reveals the true scope of our enemy's planning. The demon wearing my uncle's face had been in position for years, not months. Count Nicalo's expedition four years ago was the beginning of this campaign, not a recent development."
The admission sent ripples of unease through the assembled leaders. Four years of perfect infiltration suggested patience and resources that dwarfed typical threats.
"Azaroth Pyron consumed my uncle's memories, his mannerisms, his genuine love for our family," Elara continued, her professional composure masking the personal pain beneath. "The deception was flawless because it was built on authentic emotion. This level of infiltration indicates our enemies possess capabilities we haven't encountered before."
