One of the supporting officers nodded immediately.
"I agree. The Sword Maiden has not made a move for weeks. That doesn't match her usual behavior."
Another officer added, "It's possible she was injured in the previous battles. If that is the case, this might be our best chance to finish her."
Several of the other officers murmured in agreement.
The room slowly filled with voices supporting the idea.
"We should not hesitate."
"If she recovers, the situation will only become worse for us."
"This opportunity might not appear again."
The commander listened to them quietly, but the slight smile on his face made his thoughts obvious.
Avery stood on the opposite side of the table.
She frowned slightly.
"That reasoning is too rushed You are assuming the Sword Maiden is injured, but there is no real evidence supporting that," she said calmly.
One of the officers turned toward her with a frown.
"And what is your suggestion then, Dean Avery?" he asked.
Avery crossed her arms.
