And to Vorador's amazement he was greeted by a familiar face. As Vorador recalls: "His armor was sliver but mixed with black. Not only that but his cape was blood red with a white but familiar flower in the center, his face was "young" however his talent and foresight was greater. This was Eden's son. Ethan Oda".
The two greeted each other and went inside the camp. "So the king is dead? And the land is on the brink of another civil war. Tell me, Master Vorador. How many times does this country have to be plunged into chaos for their to be peace?" said Ethan, Vorador gave a humble laugh and said, "When there are no more people left" he stated, as the two laughed and raise their glasses.
However the conversation soon turn into a more serious one. "Why are you here Ethan? Should you be back at home?" said Vorador curious as to Ethan's current position. "*chuckles* Oh, I am waiting for mother. For you see, i just came back from the council. Oh yes, They were quite displeased with the idea of a royal house taking the throne and dismissed me. However, Chancellor Ocato reassured me that we have every right to march right on in. Just not now" as Ethan drank is ale. Vorador gasped and was shock at Ethan's wise nature. "Amazing. When you were just a boy, you were called the Fool of Owari, and now you have reached heights that even your mother will be impressed" said Vorador as he nervously drank his ale. Ethan groan at the comment and said, "Not enough it would seem. We have to wait till nightfall. Palace troops and city guards loyal to Ocato without question will open the gates. I bet right now Owari is technically being abandoned right now. Only militia forces are guarding the region".
Vorador knowing Eden all to well. Would do the same thing Ethan suggested. "I would agree with you. But i feel your mother is going to handle this situation differently". Vorador said, Ethan scoffed and responded back, "She's on her way right now?" said Ethan in a curious manner. After a brief moment of silence, Matsuda, Ethan's bodyguard and messenger came in and reported. "Takeda and Uesugi are mobilizing". Vorador in complete shock, while Ethan dropped his cup, slowly turned to Matsuda, you can clearly see his face was white as snow. "Wha? WHAT?!" said Ethan. Matsuda not daring to look up, also stated. "They will be here in a few days", Matsuda after delivering his report, exited out the tent and looked towards Vorador. "You and I have a lot of planning to do".
Vorador nodded in agreement. "That we do" he said as they both sat down and started to construct the battle plans for the night battle.
*Evening came*
Ethan and Vorador got on their battle gear. Mounted their respective horses and gave the orders, "No one is attacking any single building or person. We must casually marched towards the palace. If they send troops to fight us, let them come! We are many and they are few, puny. And weak" said Ethan as he relay his orders, "Men with me! Forward Unto Dawn!" commanded Ethan as he drew his sword and his men started to charge the city walls. In a matter of seconds the gate opened and the troops 'casually' marched their way towards the palace walls. However, some of the loyalist to the true king, were waiting, "Archers! Fire!" shouted the head council member. Archers then suddenly poured rain of arrows on Ethan's forces from the high walls. "Dammit. Archers! retaliated! Fire!" shouted Ethan. Since the Oda's archers were better, they were able to make good hits.
"Soldiers climb the walls!" shouted Vorador, ladders appeared out of the shadows along with crossbow men, more deadlier weapons means more coffins to fill up. Troops from both sides were taking hits, and wounds. Till the Head Eunuch shouted, "Enough! If we keep fighting like this, we will end up being slaves to the Takeda or Uesugi, or any noble house that dares set foot here!" Realizing the battle was lost, the head eunuch committed suicide by jumping off the high wall and landing to his death. Ethan approached his corpses and spat on it saying, "old fool".
The palace gates then opened, and the Oda forces entered the palace walls. New banners were place and troops were replace with more durable ones. Meanwhile on the outskirts of the city. Eden's forces arrived, "The capital, it's lighted up like the night sky!" said one of her generals. Eden closed her eyes and thought of just who might be doing this, "*mediating* Ethan". She then opened her eyes and looked towards her troops, "Soldiers with me! My son is having all the fun!" The soldiers cheered in unison and later on marched right on in. The people of the city rejoiced, knowing that a new day has dawn.
"Commander Oda!" shouted Matsuda repeatedly. Ethan sheathed his sword and told Vorador, "Find Ocato, and the Figurehead have them brought the main hall. Alive". he stated in strict terms, Vorador and a few of his troops departed. He then looked on to Matsuda's frantic response, "Yes? What is it?" said Ethan. Matsuda got on one knee and told his commander. "Your Mother is here".
Ethan smiled and said to him, "Is that so?".
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