Apollo lay in his bed after finding Iris, still recovering from his wounds with the fire crackling softly in the hearth of the Olympus stronghold. The flickering light cast dancing shadows on the stone walls, creating an almost hypnotic effect. Iris sat by his side, her presence a comfort. Her dark hair framed her striking eyes, which seemed to hold secrets of their own. As Apollo drifted in and out of sleep, vivid dreams plagued his mind.
In his dream, Apollo found himself back on the battlefield. The clash of steel and the cries of his comrades filled the air. He fought with fierce determination, his blade cutting through the icy air. Amid the chaos, he saw Teddy, Finn, and Misa fighting beside him. Their expressions were determined, but something about their movements seemed off.
As the dream unfolded, the scene shifted. Apollo was ambushed, and he watched in horror as Teddy, Finn, and Misa turned their weapons against him. He felt the sharp pain of their attacks, the betrayal cutting deeper than any blade. Realizing their treachery hit him like a physical blow, and he fell to the ground, his vision darkening.
In his dream, he heard Iris’s voice calling out to him, a beacon of light in the darkness. “Apollo, wake up. It was them. Teddy, Finn, and Misa—they betrayed you.”
Apollo awoke with a start, his heart pounding. Sweat drenched his brow, and his breathing was ragged. Iris placed a calming hand on his arm, her eyes filled with concern. “It was them,” Apollo murmured, his voice hoarse. ” Teddy, Finn, and Misa—they betrayed me.”
Iris nodded, her expression serious. “You need to share this with BA, Rost, and Reii. They need to know the truth.”
With newfound clarity, Apollo summoned his closest allies. BA, who had already suspected foul play, confirmed Apollo’s suspicions. ” Teddy, Finn, and Misa were acting strange before the battle,” BA said, his voice tense. “I didn’t want to believe they could betray us, but it makes sense now.”
Rost clenched his fists, anger flashing in his eyes. “We need to expose them to the rest of Frosthaven. Their betrayal cannot go unpunished.”
Reali and Rost took charge of gathering evidence against the traitors. They meticulously pieced together the events leading up to the battle, interviewing witnesses and collecting testimonies. The picture that emerged was damning: Teddy, Finn, and Misa had colluded to undermine Apollo and the Olympus alliance, their actions endangering everyone in Frosthaven.
The alliances of Frosthaven were convened. Sky from OneHeart, Neo from Whitewalkers, Cadis di Raziel from Nusantara, and Slowly and Moriarty from CasualEdge joined the meeting. The atmosphere was tense, the air thick with anticipation. Even Sifu and Pazuzu of Hwarang, traditionally outliers and rivals, attended, recognizing the importance of addressing the common enemy within.
CJ, leader of Asylum, presided over the meeting. Known for her wisdom and fairness, she was a voice of reason in trying times. Apollo stood before the assembled leaders, his voice steady despite the anger simmering beneath the surface. “We were betrayed by those we considered allies. Teddy, Finn, and misa have turned against us, endangering everything we’ve fought for.”
The room fell silent, the weight of Apollo’s words settling over the gathered leaders. Each alliance knew the pain of betrayal, and the severity of the accusation was not lost on them. “Betrayal like this endangers all of Frosthaven. We must stand united against those who would undermine our strength.”
Sky, always the voice of reason, nodded in agreement. “We cannot allow treachery to weaken us. Justice must be served.”
The council voted unanimously to imprison Teddy, Finn, and Misa. They were sent to the dungeons of Asylum, their names forever tarnished by their treachery. The remaining alliances felt a renewed sense of unity and purpose.
As the meeting adjourned, Apollo felt a heavy burden lift from his shoulders. With Iris by his side and the support of his allies, he knew they could face whatever challenges lay ahead. The betrayal had tested their bonds, but it had also strengthened their resolve. Together, they would rebuild and protect Frosthaven, ensuring that such treachery would never threaten their home again.
