Chapter 171

As the shock of Talisca’s demise settled upon his former men, a mixture of uncertainty and newfound loyalty coursed through their veins. They stood in a semi-circle, their eyes shifting between the lifeless body of their former leader and my commanding presence.

I approached them with a firm yet reassuring gaze, the weight of responsibility heavy upon my shoulders. “Listen carefully,” I began, my voice steady and resolute. “Talisca’s reign of terror ends here. From this moment forward, you have a choice. You can continue down the path of violence and destruction, or you can join us in building a better future.”

One of Talisca’s most trusted lieutenants stepped forward cautiously, his voice wavering with a mixture of fear and curiosity. “What guarantee do we have that you won’t turn on us like he did?”

I locked eyes with him, my voice firm and unwavering. “I offer you a chance at redemption. Those who swear allegiance to me will be protected and given the opportunit