Velrion did not allow this renewed momentum to fade.
The moment the last traces of hesitation left the chamber, he straightened in his seat and placed both hands upon the carved surface of the round table.
His sharp gaze moved across every face present there, measuring their readiness, resistance, and resolve.
He no longer found the fear that was strong enough to halt their action. The doubts remained, but that doubt had shifted into more caution rather than refusal to their proposal.
"Let'e begin now. You can start giving your suggestions," Velrion said with firm authority.
The tone alone made it clear that the discussion had moved beyond whether they would act. The only matter left was how.
No one challenged him.
The other four Archmages, who earlier had filled the room with warnings and objections, now understood that they had reached the point where standing still would be the greater danger.
