"RESTORING THE BALANCE"

Lord Cedric Amsterdam, Lady Eleanora Amsterdam, Lord Frederick Amsterdam, Lady Isadora Amsterdam, Lord Julian Amsterdam, Lady Katherine Amsterdam, and Lord Maximilian Amsterdam, the esteemed Ring Bearers of the Amsterdam family, gathered in the ancient chamber reserved for their council. The chamber was adorned with symbols of their lineage, and the air crackled with the power of their rings.

Lord Arin enter the Ancient Chamber the Amsterdam Ring Bearers sat in solemn discussion, their eyes fixed on the figure of Lord Arin, the head of the family. Lord Arin was a seasoned and respected member of the family, known for his tactical prowess and strategic mind.

"Ring Bearers," Lord Arin began, his voice commanding attention. "We have gathered here today to discuss a about the extraction of the Abyssal Legion." Lord Arin said as he sat on his throne

Lord Cedric, the First Ring Bearer, nodded in agreement. "The Abyssal Legion poses a grave threat to our lands and people. We cannot allow their dark forces to spread unchecked."

Lady Eleanora, the Second Ring Bearer, added, "Indeed, their relentless pursuit of power and destruction has brought chaos to our lands for far too long. It is time to put an end to their tyranny."

"but young cousin, how are you so small even when you are about to be 20 years old?" Lord Julian suddenly uttered, as he was about the laugh, a punch landed on his face that makes him launched towards the wall

"I apologize for his rudeness Young Lord" Lady Isadora, Said and bow

"I don't mind, but what Eldest sister Eleanora said is true, I am planning on giving you all this mission to Eliminate all Abyssal Legion and end their influence at once! all the necessary information has been gathered and it will be delivered to your respective chamber tonight" Lord Arin said,

The other Ring Bearers, including Lord Frederick, Lady Isadora, Lord Julian, Lady Katherine, and Lord Maximilian, all expressed their agreement in turn. The Amsterdam family was united in their resolve to rid their lands of the Abyssal Legion's menace.

Lord Arin leaned forward, his piercing gaze meeting each Ring Bearer's eyes. "We must act swiftly and decisively. The extraction of the Abyssal Legion will require careful planning and coordination. Each of you, as Ring Bearers, holds immense power. We must work together as a cohesive unit to ensure success."

The Ring Bearers nodded in understanding, knowing that their combined strength and abilities would be crucial in this endeavor.

Lord Frederick speak, "We must also seek the assistance of the Ashen Covenant. Their ancient knowledge and expertise in dealing with such dark forces will be invaluable to our cause."

Lady Katherine, the Sixth Ring Bearer of Ice, spoke up. "I shall personally reach out to the Ashen Covenant and seek their aid. They have been our allies for generations, and I believe they will stand with us in this fight."

"that would not be possible, the Ashen Covenant including the Cathedral of Aurorism ended their neutrality and sided with either the Emperor or the Empress, having them on our Mission is just like giving space for the spy to oversee our family's secrets" Lord Cedrick said

"the Empire might seems be at peace but all of this was just a temporary cease fire, once the Royal Pillar leave their post the war between the houses will began" Lord Maximilian said

"the threat of the high heavens is also in existence my Lord how are we going to deal with them?" Lady katherine asked

"I will have my aide to take care of them, High heavens was never a threat to the Divine families, now that they show hostility towards the houses we have the reason to root them out from their chairs", Lord Arin answered

"that would be all, you are now dismissed" Lord Arin said and stood up, but as he was about to exit,

"WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!" Lady Katherine hug Lord Arin tightly,

"Siste-r I ca-nt brea--th!!!" Lord Arin uttered helplessly.

"Ooh sorry!" Lady katherine said and put down Lord Arin

"Hey youngest, you have been doin so good being the family leader ah, we are so proud as your cousins!!" Lord Julian said in an exaggerated poise.

"that is enough for now, youngest need some rest!" Lord Cedrick said and everyone stop their chitchat.

but then suddenly someone slam the door, "SISTEEEEEEEEEEEER ELE" Rian scream while running and jump towards her Big sister Eleanora, she hugged him back and caress her brother head

"how have you been brother?" Lady Eleanora asked, "I'm doing fine sister" he answered but still his face was buried in front of her sister.

"oooh Brother Arin, the Gr------" he stopped there as Lady Eleanora poke his head, "how dare you address the Lord that way!!" the Lady exclaimed

Lord Arin giggled that make everyone look at him, it was a long time ago when they last saw their younger cousin giggled or laugh "it is fine Big sis, I already give my permission for Brother Rian to call me that way, beside he is the only one who can play with me when I finish all my workload here!" Lord Arin said, that makes the Eldest cousins feel relaxed at least their Lord still remember to enjoy his life

"Let us all have a rest for now" Lord Cedrick said and walked towards the Lord "let me accompany you to your chamber" he paused as he look down on the Lord "Brother" he continued and smile, lord Arin smiled back, and hugged him, then Lord Arin burst out in tears

everyone was stunned on the sight, and Lord Rian was teary eyed seeing his cousin crying, it was the second time he saw Arin cried so loud.

Lord Arin, overwhelmed with emotion, embraced Lord Cedric tightly, tears streaming down his face. It was a rare display of vulnerability from the usually composed and stoic head of the family.

"I have carried the weight of our family's legacy on my shoulders for so long, Brother Cedric," Lord Arin choked out, his voice filled with raw emotion. "The responsibility, the pressure, the expectations... it has been overwhelming."

Lord Cedric, the First Ring Bearer, held his cousin close, offering comfort and understanding. "You have shouldered it all with grace and strength, Arin," he said softly. "But you do not have to bear it alone. We are family, and we are here for you, always."

Lord Arin nodded, his grip on Lord Cedric tight. "I know, but at times, it has been so isolating, so daunting. I have feared making mistakes, of failing our family and our people."

Lord Cedric shook his head, his own eyes filled with empathy. "We all face challenges and doubts, Arin. It is in our moments of vulnerability that we find strength in each other." the other ring bearers was caught in tears and the Ancient chambers was in silence for short time, when Grand Elder enter the chamber, he raises his hand and point on Lord Arin, a point of light then shoot towards Lord Arin's head, and he then fell asleep, the Grand Elder uses his wind magic to take and bring lord Arin to his Embrace

"The Lord need some rest, I thank you for your consideration, he has been waiting for this moment, to have you all come and for him to have a shoulder to cry on" the Grand Elder said, "Lord Rian, it is time for your Magic training, go to the Academy at once" the Grand Elder said and turn his back to the ring bearers as he was about to open the door, he look back once again.

"Ring bearers, this has been a burden to the North, but the land will soon be against to our family, it would be hard for our allies to hold on when the war broke out, so your mission is one of our Lord strategy to survive this war, so I hope you will do you best" Grand Elder said and vanished in smoke

the Ring bearer bowed, but suddenly a figure appeared, "Lord Rian, the Grand Elder asked for me to take you!" as he was about to grab Lady Eleanor, the Shadow Knight took him and vanished together

the Ring bearers was stunned for a moment before they took their own ways to their chamber silently.