After that, Lorya said to one of the soldiers, "Go and tell all our soldiers that Lorya wants to speak with every one of them.
"The soldier replied, "Okay, my Captain. I'll inform everyone right now," and then he left the cabinet.Chucky turned to Lorya and asked softly, "Are you sure about attacking Zaid tonight? If he finds out about our plan, it could end everything.
"Lorya replied firmly, "If we fail, then someone else will come after me—someone who will carry my responsibility and finish what I started."A few minutes later, the soldier returned and said, "Captain, everyone is waiting for you.
"Lorya stood up. "Alright, I'm coming. Chucky, you're coming with me."They both walked out together.
Lorya stood before her army and said loudly, "You were all chosen by our legendary leader Boketo himself. And now it is my duty to finish his mission.
Today, we march to Zaid's cave and end his rule. Our vice leader, Chucky, will take responsibility for killing Zaid and his brother Boxery."Suddenly Kuze stepped forward and shouted, "I object, my Captain!"Lorya's eyes narrowed.
"Who dares interrupt me?"Kuze took a step closer. "I am Kuze, Captain. Forgive me for interrupting, but I must say this — I want to kill Zaid with my own hands. He is my rival — my target.
"Lorya looked at him for a moment, then nodded. "Fine. If you fail, Chucky will finish the job no matter what happens. Am I clear?"Everyone shouted together, "Yes, my Captain!"
Then, as a sign of honor, each soldier cut a shallow line across their palm and raised their hands in salute.Lorya said solemnly, "Now drink your final wine.
This may be your last drink in this life. After this, go and speak to your parents, your families, your friends. Tell them this might be your last meeting — the next time they see you, it may be in heaven."Her words hit everyone's hearts deeply.
The soldiers bowed in silence and dispersed to meet their loved ones.Every one of them feared the coming mission. They went to say their final goodbyes. Many cried, trying to hold back the grief in their hearts.One soldier had only his grandmother.
He sat before her and said with a forced smile, "Grandma, this might be the last time I talk to you. I'm not sure if I'll come back."His grandmother, with tears shining in her old eyes, placed her hand on his head. "Go, my child.
Save this world from our enemies. Don't worry about me. I'll come to you soon after — maybe in heaven."He hugged her tightly one last time. Then he looked at his watch. "It's time, Grandma. I have to go now."She nodded proudly.
"Go, my brave boy. I am proud of you."That night, all the soldiers gathered again.
Together, they drank what Lorya called "the final wine of life." After drinking, they threw their glasses to the ground and mounted their horses, preparing to march toward Zaid's cave to complete their deadly mission.Lorya turned to Chucky and said, "If I die on the battlefield, you must finish my unfinished work. You are my last hope.
"Chucky nodded solemnly. "Captain, we will win this battle. Don't worry. We may be few in number — only a thousand — but even a few can destroy everything if we have will."Meanwhile, on the other side, Zaid was already aware of everything.
He had seen Lorya's plan through his alien monstrous powers. There were no limits to how much he could sense and control.Zaid turned to Marcho and said, "Where are Boxery and Reio? Tell them to be ready. Today I will complete my mission."Marcho said, "Okay, I'll go call them right now."
Zaid commanded, "Go up to the cave roof and report what the Special Squad's condition is. I can connect with your mind through my power."Marcho saluted. "Yes, my master!" He quickly ran to the top of the cave and took his position.
Zaid then connected with Boxery and Reio through his mind powers, sending a telepathic message: "The day has come, Boxery. You and Reio must come fast. You both must be ready to stand at the bypass of the battlefield."Boxery and Reio heard his voice echo inside their minds and were both shocked.
"He's calling us now," Boxery said.Without delay, they left their rooms and went to take their assigned positions just as Zaid had ordered.Meanwhile, Zaid entered the room where Ruka was getting ready.When Ruka saw him, she smiled. "You came! Should we go now?"Zaid shook his head. "No, Ruka. We are not going anywhere."She looked confused.
"What do you mean?"Zaid said seriously, "You'll wear your Special Squad uniform today. I am giving you a new power — the power to kill using your mind."Ruka looked surprised.
"Alright," she said quietly.Zaid then placed his hand over her forehead, transferring his psychic energy into her mind. A faint golden light glowed between them.
He said gently, "Ruka, whenever you feel helpless in the battlefield, use your mind power. Don't speak — just think it, and the task will already be done."Ruka nodded slowly, her eyes glowing with determination as a faint spark of Zaid's power flickered through her.