The elders of the Nightshade Coven carefully folded Lisbeth's testimony into their evolving strategy. Naturally, it was Ulysses and Madam Silvia—both known for their sharp tactical minds—who assumed leadership in the tense deliberations.
Griswold, ever the firebrand, repeatedly pushed for bold, aggressive offensives. While his ideas often leaned toward the reckless, several of his proposals had undeniable merit if executed with precision.
Lennix, with his unconventional thinking, chimed in as well—his unorthodox suggestions often complemented Griswold's more forceful approach.
Yet Ulysses remained keenly aware of the stakes. Victory had to come swiftly and decisively; they couldn't afford unnecessary losses, nor could they risk failure. One strike had to be enough—to break both the demon and the emperor.
In these heated discussions, it was Sandor who served as the moral compass. He deflected any suggestion that endangered lives without careful consideration.
