Chapter 1946

Rumors had been swirling that Prince Faber was on his way back. "We can't just sit around and wait for doom..."

"Exactly, if Prince Faber even thinks about stripping you of your command, sir, we'll..."

"Enough!"

Liam cut Albert off mid-sentence with a sharp rebuke, his voice icy, "What have I always taught you? Remember the uniform you wear and the duty it represents!"

In an instant, a hush fell over the group, their heads bowed in shame, eyes fixed on their shoes.

Taking a deep breath, Liam surveyed the few before him and added, "I don't want to hear such talk from you again."

With that, he turned on his heel and climbed into the vehicle.

Calum and the others exchanged glances, a silent understanding passing between them as they too, got into the remaining vehicles.

Before long, they reached the military airfield at Drunham City garrison.

They boarded the helicopter, and with a swift ascent, they were airborne, heading straight for Athenapolis.

Liam sat with a grave look on