The Desmond’s War by Peter Servidio

Author:Peter Servidio [Servidio , Peter]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-07-11T23:00:00+00:00

Chapter 8

The moon cast a silvery glow on the ancient forest, casting eerie shadows as it filtered through the dense canopy above. The air was thick with tension, and the only sounds that broke the silence were the distant hoots of owls and the occasional rustle of leaves as nocturnal creatures went about their business. Selena Desmond crouched low behind the cover of a gnarled oak tree, her breath shallow and measured. Her heart pounded in her chest as she listened intently to the sound of gunfire echoing through the trees.

"Stay close, stay quiet," she whispered to the soldiers around her. There were twenty of them—loyal, experienced warriors who believed in her cause of unity and peace. Each bore an assortment of weapons, from crossbows to enchanted blades, prepared to face whatever horrors emerged from the darkness. They had trained for this moment, practiced their tactics under the guidance of Selena's unwavering determination.

From a distance, Aric Desmond's forces made their presence known. Their malevolent energy seeped into the forest like a creeping fog, leaving an unsettling chill in its wake. They numbered thirty strong, each soldier handpicked by Aric himself for their ruthlessness and skill. Armed with an arsenal of dark magic-infused weapons and armor, their power was a force to be reckoned with. A cold shiver ran down Selena's spine as she thought of her cousin, Aric—the cunning and ruthless leader of the opposing faction within their family.

"Remember what we're fighting for," Selena murmured, her voice barely audible but filled with conviction. "Peace, unity, hope. We cannot let Aric's twisted ambitions ruin our world."

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The forest erupted into chaos as the first volley of gunfire tore through the night. Selena's group retaliated, sending a hail of arrows and bolts flying towards Aric's forces. The enchanted blades of her warriors glinted in the moonlight, their edges hungry for blood.

"Archers, loose!" Cassian shouted, his crossbow aimed true. The twang of bowstrings was drowned out by the crackle of magical energy as Mara unleashed a torrent of arcane fire towards the enemy lines.

"Keep up the pressure!" Elias yelled, charging forward with a fierce battle cry. His sword met an opposing soldier's dark magic-infused blade, sparks flying as steel clashed against steel.

Amidst the cacophony of battle, Selena could hear the cries of fallen soldiers on both sides. Her heart ached at the loss of life, but she knew it was necessary to protect the world from Aric's tyranny.

"Selena, we need you!" Cassian called out, snapping her back to reality. "Cover our flank!"

Nodding, she raised her own weapon, a staff imbued with the power of light. With a flick of her wrist, she sent a wave of radiant energy hurtling towards the encroaching enemies, pushing them back.

"Stay focused!" she ordered, her voice strong despite the fear that clawed at the edge of her thoughts. "We can't afford to lose this fight!"

"Damn right!" Elias responded, parrying another blow before driving his sword through an enemy soldier. "For peace and unity!"

As the battle raged on, the air grew thick with smoke and the acrid scent of burnt wood.

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