Chapter 61: And then help came.
Narrator's POV
There were traces of dried blood on her clothing and dark circles beneath her eyes.
Yet she still carried herself like royalty.
Her gaze settled upon the demon general.
"General Drogo… What are you doing?"
The question was simple.
The demon general blinked.
"...Your Highness?"
"I gave an order."
Her voice remained calm.
Cold.
"You were ordered to gather supplies." The temperature around them seemed to drop. "I do not recall granting permission for slaughter."
The demon general immediately looked away. For the first time all day, he appeared uncomfortable.
"The humans resisted."
"Then kill only those who threaten our people." Her crimson eyes narrowed. "Do not kill children, civilians and not for your amusement. The war might not be over but… there is no need to shed blood if it is not needed."
Silence followed.
The demon general lowered his head further.
"...My apologies."
Xiao Lu watched quietly.
Studying her.
