It was all over practically before it began, but we have been dealing with the aftermath clear into today.
It had taken us all by surprise. Even Elijah.
Timed explosions on both sides brought the towering canyon walls down upon the army unit behind ours. The perpetrators made a gigantic mistake, however, perhaps too big of a charge – for they also brought down the very rock upon which they were standing.
We discovered this fact when we turned back to investigate. (Only when we felt assured the threat had passed).
Things became clearer as the day went on. Not only had our attackers been taken out, but also every one of the leaders of the conspiracy against the Supreme Commander.