Chapter 22: Eyes of a Dragon
The Warbines Clan.
They are the Clan that shared borders with the Vorrakyn family and by extension, the Azgarath Empire. They are one of the Clans that dominated the Highland country as the ’kingdom’ of the barbarians are usually called.
Once upon a time, the Highland was united under the command of a warlord. All the Clans were brought under him, and he put an end to the warring of his kinsmen and focused on expanding the Highland, so much so that the Azgarath Empire felt the threat and they went to war.
But during Vacuse’s grandfather’s days, the warlord died and the Highland fell into chaos. But unlike before, it was more controlled. Five High Clans rose among them, and they’ve divided the Highland between themselves, eyeing each other wearily.
The Warbines Clans are among the High Clans.
Vacuse watched the approaching warriors with a calm look as he began speculating. There was only one place that they could be headed, and that was to Kragthar, the seat of the Dragon Lord.
"That’s right. There was a dispute that Drenvar has with the Clan and Father invited them for the festival that usually surrounds the second rites. It should be the heir of the Clan coming on a diplomatic mission."
Vacuse weighed his options, then he sighed and came out of his hiding place.
"Who’s there!"
"Form up!"
The elite warriors of the Clans noticed him immediately, and with just a few words, they closed ranks in the middle, and those in the front moved their mounts towards him, the beasts growling, yellow hungry eyes fixed on him.