This time, they weren't going to repeat the Council's mistakes. Azrael gathered a large security force of two hundred elite Thornfield warriors led by Adrian.
King Damien sent fifty of his most experienced warriors, vampires who had fought infinite battles and knew how to survive in hostile territories.
Lord Richard provided enchanted amulets for every member of the delegation and defensive spells that would activate automatically if attacked.
The journey to Covenant territory took weeks.
Lyanna and Azrael shared a tent each night, living as partners instead of king and queen. They planned strategies together while exploring different scenarios and responses.
They also spent some private moments together after ages. They shared memories from before they met, and spoke of their dreams for the future. Lyanna was becoming his true equal in judgment and strategic thinking. She noticed the points he missed and offered perspectives that came from being new to vampire society.
