Asher watched the dozens of his subordinates gather before him. From his high pedestal, he looked at them.

They all had curious looks, some had faces of awe. After all, it had been a while since they were able to witness his person. None of them knew of his scandal with Camilla, since it was contained, but it was soon going to be revealed by the council anyway.

‘I want to trust them… I wish I could tell them everything…' Asher contemplated within.

His eyes darted to Dax, who stood in front of all of them, staring loyally at him. Damien was also by the side, showing his status as...