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.

Raven

we need to focus on the

We can't risk offending the Parsons family over

His voice was sharp as he spoke, "And what if I insist on

leaned back in his chair, his fingers

you're going to be stubborn, then don't blame me for what

that, he

high-ranking officials shot

stormed into the room, their presence suffocating as they

turned grim as he glared at Alton, his eyes filled with icy

misunderstand. I'm only doing this

soldiers to stage his coup,

he scanned

us for not siding with you. You're past your prime, and after your illness, you're no longer fit to lead the

One wrong decision could jeopardize all of Vyrdenia. We can't just stand by and let you make a mistake that

what we're doing is for your own good and for the stability of

rage, his entire

Raven's victories, now turned their backs on her without hesitation,, pushing her forward as a scapegoat to protect their own

perfect!" Lorne let out a furious laugh, his finger sweeping

won't regret today's decision in the

document onto

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Chapter 498 Thorian's Fear

your golden years. Don't worry, we'll take good care of the

sign it, and you're free to leave the military"

General Drakon," the lead soldier said, his tone carrying a hint of

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