Everyone in this world fought to protect their own interest. Rarely was a war waged with the intention to annihilate another country or race. Such actions brought the stigma of executioner upon oneself and did not yield any benefits.

Therefore, despite years of conflict and deep-seated animosities, the three villages seldom entertained the thought of eradicating each other. It simply did not align with their overall interests. Besides, none of them knew their respective trump cards. If they acted recklessly, it might bring destruction upon themselves.

Yet, the three villages had been engaged in intermittent warfare for centuries.

"Stop struggling, Hansen. Blade’s Reach has lost. Besides, Emberfallen found the dial first, so we have more claim over it," Alistair stated.

"Hah, if we can't get the dial, no one will. Also, we obtained the dial first," Hansen countered.

"Nonsense. Emberfallen found it a year ago and simply hadn’t studied it thoroughly. We didn't want to take any hasty