Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1002

Kevin wanted a martial arts mentor for two reasons. The first was because he genuinely loved martial arts. The second was because it was a means to an end, a stepping stone to his promotion.

But he had plenty of patience. If it didn't work in three years, he would wait five. If five years passed with no success, he would wait ten. The longer he stayed at Salvador's side, the more experience he gained. If he didn't give up, he would eventually succeed. Of course, he had his sights set on specific goals-he aimed to be promoted to deputy captain and then captain within three to five years.

So, when Salvador summoned him and granted him the position of deputy commander of the Nightsteel Guard, Kevin was completely stunned.

He had never been caught off guard in court before this was the first time.

It was lan who kicked him sharply, muttering with a laugh, "What are you daydreaming about? Don't you know how to thank His Majesty?"

Kevin's trembling hands pressed against his chest as he bowed deeply and said, "Your Majesty, I thank you for your trust and this promotion. I will surely remain loyal and devoted, giving my all in service."

Salvador smiled at the words, clearly pleased. "lan, take him out. Have him buy drinks for your men to celebrate."

Three men had been promoted. Kevin was overjoyed, Galen felt a bit disappointed, and Ivan showed no emotion at all. Having worked as a spy before, Ivan wasn't one to let anyone read his inner thoughts. Whether he was happy or upset, he kept it all to himself. Of course, Kevin was eager to treat his comrades to drinks. As he walked, he felt like he was floating in the air. He was still unable to fully believe what had just happened.

He had planned to rise through the ranks slowly. Instead, fate had dropped a reward right in his lap, leaving him dazed by it.

But even in his stunned state, he didn't forget to ask, "Wasn't Deputy Commander Warren the deputy commander? Why would they promote me instead?"

He's in charge of the Griffinblade Unit, the Shieldbearer Unit, and the Skystriker Unit. You'll take command of the Vanguard Unit, the Eastguard Unit, and the Westguard Unit.

keep. "I can't trouble my mentor with my work. If there's anything I don't understand, I'll come to you,

and still don't know how to use them. Your mentor and Commander Sinclair are close friends. If you go to

the most

Always be grateful. It's

you became

have spent another three, five, or even seven years and still wouldn't have made

and said he was naturally very grateful to Salvador, as well as lan, for his support. He smoothly sidestepped the topic they

as a low-ranking guard. Although he hadn't achieved much, he had met many people and experienced a lot, learning how to navigate the intricacies of court

about seeking help from Violet and Carissa clearly hinted that his promotion wasn't just based on

Kevin

himself capable of the deputy commander role. As long as he performed well, Salvador would see it and recognize his

mentor was.

was nothing to be done. Kevin would just continue following the principles he believed in, living without regret and disappointment in his

Kevin treated his fellow guardsmen to drinks, inviting Barrett, Galen, and

to engage much in conversation, preferring to remain

Galen suddenly remarked with a touch of bitterness, "Tonight, we're still brothers-in-arms. But tomorrow, we'll have to call you Deputy

felt a pang of