Chapter 14: Chapter 14 – The Oath Before Dawn
Night slowly recedes as the battle at Serenity Grove comes to an end. Villagers gather in the central square. The area is quiet, with soft firelight reflecting their sorrowful faces. They have lost Evelyn, and the pain is deep. Yet, a firm resolve to protect their home begins to grow.
Vale steps to the center and looks around. He speaks in a calm, steady voice, "We have lost a great soul. She gave her life to hold back the darkness and showed us hope."Tom speaks softly, "Her sacrifice is heartbreaking, but we must carry her hope forward."Jenny adds quietly, "We must find the lost fragments and restore the light to our home."
An elder, holding his cane, says in simple words, "The darkness is not gone yet. We must stand together."Another villager, clenching his fist, adds, "As long as we keep the light in our hearts, we will not lose our way."
Vale gazes at the approaching dawn and speaks in a low tone, "From this night on, each of us must make an oath. Though we have lost Evelyn, her spirit remains with us."He pauses, then continues, "We must search for the lost light and restore the complete radiance. No matter how hard the road, we will not yield."
Tom says with conviction, "I will remember her courage and the sacrifice she made for us."Jenny adds firmly, "We will prove with our actions that darkness will never win."Old Mr. Brown nods slowly, "She was our guiding light. Today, we must let that light burn forever."
Little Emily clutches her mother's hand and whispers, "Mom, I will always remember her."Her mother gently replies, "Child, as long as you keep the light, she will always be with you."
In these simple exchanges, every word carries deep resolve. Vale speaks again, "Starting tonight, our mission is clear. We will explore every corner to find the lost fragments. We must protect our home with all our strength."Tom agrees, "Let's stand together."Jenny adds, "Our hope will guide us."
Vale lifts his eyes to the emerging dawn, his voice soft but determined, "Evelyn, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. I promise to continue our fight until the light returns."
Simple vows echo among the villagers. They shake hands and embrace, expressing their commitment in plain words."We fight together!" someone shouts."We will protect the light!" another replies.
As the first ray of dawn pierces the darkness, Vale stands at the edge of the square, watching the horizon. With no need for extra words, his promise is clear:"I will honor your sacrifice and lead us onward, until our home is bathed in light once again."
In that ordinary moment before dawn, the simple oath unites them all. The new day begins with the quiet strength of plain words and unwavering hope.