An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Traitor?” Dustin raised an eyebrow at the unexpected revelation. Although a similar notion had crossed his path before, the urgency in Donovan’s voice gave the matter newfound significance.

“Abbot Lumen…” Dustin pressed, ” Who’s this supposed traitor?”

“The culprit is none other than General Reston Rever, a key figure under your father’s command,” Donovan disclosed.

“Uncle Reston? That can’t be right! Didn’t he sacrifice himself?” Dustin’s face displayed disbelief. Reston Rever, a loyal general in his father’s service, stood as a brother-in- arms, sharing the trials of life and death.

A decade ago, Reston, who led the guard during their arrival in the capital, successfully foiled numerous assassination attempts. His bravery became even more evident during the Aylka Rebellion when he courageously guided Dustin and Alba out of the city, eventually sacrificing himself in a heroic act.

How could someone so gallant and virtuous turn out to be a traitor?

pointed to Reston Rever. I can’t say why he did it-perhaps he

involved. Regarding his alleged sacrifice, it was a staged event. I had the body examined later, and it turned

Rever? He’s

him. He could handle being manipulated, even enduring ambushes. But the betrayal from someone within his trusted circle was unforgivable. Reston, a mentor-like figure, had imparted martial wisdom

someone as honorable and loyal as Reston

have any information about Reston’s current

head and continued, “He might’ve adopted a new identity to stay hidden. But

I’ll be on the lookout for him,” Dustin replied, his expression darkening with anger. “Abbot Lumen, is there anything else I should

Guard is formidable, and even your father couldn’t match their strength. It’s advisable to tread carefully,”

Besides the formidable warriors within, their affiliated forces were enough

know what needs to be done.” Dustin nodded respectfully. “I apologize for the intrusion. I’ll take

Rhys, godspeed,” Donovan replied with

terrible

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