Less than an hour later, several hundred Valkyries gathered inside the underground training chambers beneath the Imperial Demon Palace and awaited orders.
Unlike their usual training sessions, the women wore their complete battle armour, with their weapons fully prepared and an assortment of magical supplies and potions distributed amongst them.
Serena stood before the gathered warriors, her long tails swaying gently behind her.
"Listen carefully. From this moment onwards, anyone belonging to the Human Empire's military or intelligence network operating within our territory is considered an enemy."
The enormous chamber became silent.
"However, do not mistake merchants, ordinary travellers or innocent civilians for our enemies. I want the people responsible for these operations captured or killed, understood?"
"YES, YOUR MAJESTY!"
Their voices thundered through the chamber.
Serena nodded.
"Good. You have your assignments. Move out!"
Clang! Clang! Clang!
