From the palace summit, Ryo watched over Verdalis bathed in the morning light. The plains flourished, villages thrived, and the people of Ashen worked diligently. Yet for Ryo, this apparent calm was only a step: he now had to ensure the total stability of the kingdom and lighten the burden of the Guardians.
> "It is time to entrust Verdalis to those who watch over it… and to create what will allow them to do so effectively," he murmured to himself.
He took a deep breath, closing his eyes. The skill he had long mastered in secret manifested: Isolation. In an instant, Ryo surrounded himself with a bubble of energy invisible to the outside world, a space where his mind could work freely and without interruption.
Within this Isolation, his focus sharpened, and luminous forms began to appear. Graceful and subtle creatures, perfect for observation, assistance, and protection, materialized by the thousands.
> "Each Guardian will receive 1,500 servants," Ryo explained aloud, breaking the silence even though no one outside could hear. "They will obey orders, protect every corner of Verdalis, and report any anomalies."
An immaterial, gentle voice resonated in his ears: Gabriel.
> "Lord…" the voice whispered. "1,500 servants per Guardian… that's a colossal number. Do you think even they will be enough?"
Ryo gave a faint smile, his golden eyes shining within the shadow of Isolation.
> "They will not replace the vigilance of the Guardians," he replied calmly. "But they will multiply their effectiveness. Verdalis is vast, and every parcel must be watched. With them, the Guardians can focus on strategic decisions and unforeseen threats without worrying that crucial details will escape them."
> "And you… you do all this alone, Lord. Even in Isolation, your power is immense," added Gabriel's voice, floating in the air around Ryo.
Ryo let his eyes sweep over the plains of Verdalis, his mind focused on every detail. The luminous forms continued to appear until each Guardian had 1,500 perfectly formed servants.
> "The kingdom is now in the hands of the Guardians," he murmured. "And with these servants… Verdalis will remain forever under our protection."
The Isolation gently faded, and Ryo reappeared atop the palace, silent but serene. Verdalis thrived, and the servants were ready.