Chapter 24 The Lord of Slaughter

Send us Fan MailAxia and her brothers gather the commanders of the Scythian warriors for a council of war. The Massagetae host is organized into companies and divisions. The whole camp feverishly prepares for the coming battle. Scarus comes up with a plan to deal with the enemy war elephants. The sacred fires are lit, and companies of scouts are set out to disrupt the approaching enemy army. With wind and fire, the enemy is checked, and prisoners are brought forward. Axia gives the captives a message to take back to the enemy. But the army of Artaxes and his Parthian allies doubles down, intent on destroying Axia and her people. The Massagetae host sets off for battle, led by Zephyria. A desperate battle unfolds. The Scythian host flows around the enemy like water around boulders. At a critical point, , Scarus’ counter-measures bear fruit and the enemy is thrown into confusion.  The Lord of Slaughter reveals himself as the Massagetae wreak their terrible vengeance, but his presence is interrupted by a sign from the angels. Adam finds that he must save Axia yet again.Support the showSend your comments to [email protected]