The Council Tree

When the sacred Council Tree of Greenvale is reduced to ashes in a brutal enemy assault, an entire people are thrust into darkness. In the aftermath, young Daniel-a boy forced to grow up overnight-witnesses his world crumble as tyranny crushes ancient traditions. Captured and then daringly escaping with his father Matthias, brave Napas, compassionate Cleto, and the wise holy man Annias, Daniel embarks on a perilous journey through frozen wilderness and ravaged villages.

As the survivors navigate treacherous terrain and confront the specter of betrayal from within, they encounter unexpected allies-a weathered hunter-trader named Soren, and even a remorseful enemy soldier who dares to change. With every step, they face the relentless pursuit of an Empire determined to eradicate their culture. But when a climactic battle erupts at Riverbend, the cost of victory becomes heartbreakingly clear.

In the aftermath of bloodshed and sacrifice, as the survivors mourn and rebuild, a new hope takes root-a fragile sapling destined to become the Alliance Tree, symbolizing unity and rebirth. Now, with his father's final words echoing in his heart and the ancestral wolves guiding their steps, Daniel rises as a true leader. He vows that the sacrifices of the past will light the path to a future where freedom, honor, and the legacy of his people flourish once more.