The Valkyrie Returns and Slays (Raven)

Returns Novel 498

hapter 498 Thorian's Fear

Chapter 498 Thorian's Fear.

Lorne's words held such power that the higher-ups, already feeling guilty, visibly hesitated,

But at that moment, Alton let out a mocking scoff. "Heh, General Drakoh, you keep claiming everything you do is for the people of Vyrdenia. But is that really the case?

"You're well past retirement age, yet you refuse to step down as general. Isn't it just because Raven is your protégé?

"Are you truly doing this for the people, or is it just about holding onto your grip over the military? You know the answer better than anyone!"

Lorne turned to Alton, stunned.

Alton's words shocked him profoundly.

Lorne had spent his life prioritizing Vyrdenia's interests, refusing to retire for the sake of the military's stability, only to be accused of clinging to power.

• What hurt even more was that Alton, someone he had personally promoted and trusted for over a decade, was now stepping on him to climb higher.

Never content with being second-in-command, Alton was now aiming for the top. The betrayal from someone he'd relied on for so many years left Lorne deeply disheartened.

"It's clear to everyone whether my actions benefit myself or Vyrdenia. Let me be blunt: if Raven leaves, who will you send to defend against foreign invaders?"

Alton sneered in response, "There are 1.6 billion people in Vyrdenia! Are you seriously telling me not a single one can replace Raven?"

He turned to the other high-ranking officials and asked, "What's worse: offending the Parsons family or dealing with an invasion from foreign forces?"

The officials exchanged helpless glances and sighed.

Drakon, Raven

need to focus on

can't risk offending the Parsons family

what if I insist on keeping Raven in the military? Are

leaned back in his chair, his fingers tapping rhythmically on

Drakon, if you're going to be stubborn,

that, he

high-ranking officials shot to their

room, their presence suffocating

eyes filled with icy disdain.

this to ensure

elite soldiers to stage his coup, not a single high-ranking official

heart sank as he scanned the faces of

with you. You're past your prime, and after your illness, you're no longer fit to

Vyrdenia. We can't just stand by and

your own

trembled with rage, his

officials, who had always basked in the glory of Raven's victories, now turned their backs on her without hesitation,, pushing her forward as a scapegoat to protect their

finger sweeping

you won't regret today's

dismissively, tossing a document onto the table in front

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Chapter 498 Thorian's Fear

and enjoy your golden years. Don't worry, we'll take good care of the Vyrdenia Military for

you're free to leave the military" Without waiting for a response, Alton waved at the

Drakon," the lead soldier said, his tone carrying a

he and several others pulled Lorne from his seat and escorted him