"This is what we know: Koll is inciting war across the entire continent. And with recent events, I'd say he's already succeeded. Every nation in the Central Plains will react to the devastation that swept through Fhugal.
"Not just that—different militaries, led by different inexperienced Paragons, are striking different nations with no justifiable objective. And it makes perfect sense why they'd do that.
"He just needed enough reason to ignite the war. Once it started, reason vanished, and everyone is slowly being consumed by madness."
Bairan paused, scanning the devastated land.
"This is the very sign that all is unfolding according to his plan—the destruction and the fact that we're about to take action too."
Annette looked at the Sword King strangely. Before she could speak, though, Bairan continued, his gaze fixed directly on her.
