An excellent follow-up to 'Reflecting with a Red' - your writing skill continues to improve! I couldn't help but feel a little disconnected from your story, however; your idea was excellent with a strong setup for a well-executed twist at the end, but I didn't really get a sense of personal connection to any of the characters, or even a name. Maybe choosing a single person's POV, if not the hero then a simple soldier in their army, would help me feel more invested?