Fabricus ordered troops to be sent to reinforce the cites of Ceia, Celator and Zilicati. He also had the city of Lautun evacuated as quickly as possible, while all the land, between that city and the three northern cities, burnt and the ashes salted so that nothing would ever grow again. If the Domani wanted that land so badly, then they can have it, but no more of his people would die uselessly. He also ordered every tree within ten miles of each of the three northern cities cut down, so as to deprive the enemy of materials to build siege equipment. This was a dangerous act, one that will cost Tar Sequinus in the short term, but in the long run, it may even stop the Shadows. He also sent the refugees of Zilicati to Yakulla, as well as his family, 15,000 troops, enough food to last them, and a letter.
Dear King Nieldun,
I am sorry that our feast had to be cut short, but you know why it had to be done. I send my family to you, as well as a hundred of my best men to guard them. I also sent refugees with supplies, as well as 15,000 soldiers, whom I would like you to outfit with your Living Steel, and who will be under your command. These troops are yours to fight the Shadows, I hope they will be enough, for I can't spare anymore for now. Good luck, and may the Gods guide you to victory.
Signed, Lord Fabricus.
He also sent a letter to the Queen of Wolastra.
Queen Marianna,
I know our people have fought for a long time. I know that you are still angry with what my father did to your people, and that you do not trust me because I killed my own parent, but please, hear me. My people are tired of war, and yet only more shall come. And I know that you've lost an entire city of people to these invaders, and I mourn with you, for so many lives have been lost. Can we put aside our differences and call for peace? Not just a fake peace where in a short time after it is made, we are at each other's throats, but a real peace. A peace that will last generations, until some idiot from my lands, which it most likely will be, ends the peace because they are greedy.
If we agree on a peace, I offer 20,000 troops at your disposal, to help fight back the invaders, and as much as 100,000 gold pieces to help rebuild. Please, can we agree to something?
Signed, Lord Fabricus.