When Elder Solarius finished divulging all the information, Nash released the handle, which had become deformed, leaving clear markings of his power. "Lord Nash, this poisonous-hearted woman is terrifying! Just give me the word, and I'll have someone bring you their heads!" "No need, I'll handle it myself." Nash's voice was like ice. Ysabel! This woman was the real culprit behind House Xavier's misfortune! Had Thelonius not investigated this? Or had he investigated but dared not speak? A murderous intent boiled in his heart! Everyone in the hallway trembled involuntarily at this moment, feeling a chill! Someone even fell and cried out in pain from the shock. Only then did Nash come to his senses, snapping out of his trance as his eyes furiously twitched. The rage in his heart was overwhelming him! How could someone be so vicious? What else wouldn't they do for the sake of their own interests? Elder Solarius spoke again, "Lord Nash! Let me send some people to h
"Wha… What else can I do to help you?" Thelonius was genuinely in great pain. Nash's contributions to Dragonstone were immeasurable. Simply defeating the enemy nation and forcing their surrender had already saved countless lives. Yet such a hero had not received what he deserved. "The only thing you can do to help me," Nash said calmly, "Is from this moment on, you and I shall never have contact again. Otherwise, your position as The Golden Warden won't be secure, and it will continue to put me in the spotlight. I, Nash, believe I have done right by Dragonstone. Let me live out the rest of my days in peace in Weightford, staying by my family's side. That is what I owe my sister." As Nash spoke these words, the image of a tearful face seemed to appear before him. The girl who had covered her chest with a bedsheet, looking helplessly at him. Nash felt a pang in his heart. "Take care." Heavily uttering those two words, Thelonius hung up the phone. He knew that what N
"Let the matter rest," said the tall, imposing man sitting in the center. "Dragonstone will not forget Nash's contributions, but the kingdom has its laws. The lighting of the beacon represents his voluntary renunciation of the Lord Commander of Southmere title. There is no need to say more. Thank you for your hard work. You may rest now." Thelonius wavered, closed his eyes in pain, nodded, and left. Meanwhile, in Southmere, the Twelve Perpetual Guardians were tearful. Without Nash, they would not have achieved what they had today. Even the Supreme Strategos, usually without emotion, sobbed at the thought. Without Nash, he might have died on the battlefield. The Southmere soldiers knew that after this battle, Dragonstone had won, but they had lost their most revered commander. The envoy arrived with all smiles to announce the rewards and summoned all the high, middle, and low-ranking officers of Southmere. Rowena stood up abruptly and declared solemnly, "I am willing to trade my g
At the lowest rung of society, she had endured hardship and had grown accustomed to the coldness of human relations. She had experienced countless rejections, disdainful looks, and various scoldings. It had been a long time since the old woman had felt the warmth of another's help. "Grandma, we've met a kind soul today. When I grow up, I want to help others too," said the little girl as she wiped her tears, her voice fragile and tender. "You're such a good girl, Daisy." The old woman smiled and nodded, using her hands to support herself as she slowly stood up. She gave the little girl two coins to buy a bottle of water from a nearby stall. The old woman then wiped her face clean with a towel from her pocket, and together with the girl, they walked away. Saving the old woman was but a brief interlude for Nash, one he didn't dwell on. After lunch, Nash returned to the hospital. The nurse had already taken care of Beatrice's personal hygiene. Although Beatrice's face was still bru
With his medical expertise, Nash could tell at a glance that if the elderly woman was delayed any longer, she would die. Kneeling beside her was a little girl, about five or six years old, wearing patched, old, but clean clothes. Her fair and delicate complexion was covered in tears. Seeing the little girl, Nash shuddered involuntarily, his eyes becoming distant. She resembled someone he knew — someone he had wronged and could never forget in his lifetime — Fayetta. "Please, kind sirs and ladies, help my grandma..." the little girl calling herself Daisy sobbed, her beautiful, helpless eyes brimming with tears. After a long silence, Nash approached the two. It wasn't just that the girl reminded him of the woman he felt guilty about… The elderly woman looked like she was in grave danger, and as long as he had the ability to save her, he should. He was once the Lord Commander of Southmere, tasked with saving the lives of all, and even if he no longer held that title, he could stil
"Since you're awake, it's time to leave," Nash's voice suddenly rang out. Yorick opened his eyes to see his son's determined face, devoid of emotion, with a gaze as cold and unfamiliar as if he were looking at a stranger. Yorick's lips trembled, "N-nash..." "Leave. Your wounds have mostly healed, and you are not welcome here," Nash said coldly. Desperate, Yorick replied, "Listen, I know I-" "I don't want to hear it," Nash shook his head calmly. "What's done is done. Go. Bea will no longer be a burden to you." Yorick was struck dumb, nodding heavily after a long silence, "It's true. I've been irresponsible to both of you. I'll leave." With heavy steps, Yorick hunched his back and walked away, his heart filled with endless sorrow and loneliness. Nash saw this but still could not find it in his heart to forgive him. Everyone must pay the price for their mistakes, no matter who they are. Outside the room, Rowena brought food and saw Yorick's desolate exit. She stepped aside
Nash clenched his teeth, his heart filled with mixed emotions. Was his irresponsible father suffering too? Was his father worried for him and his sister? A tear slid down his cheek, and Nash's vision blurred. Yorick had always criticized Nash for his weakness and showed him little concern, instead he focused on the family business. After his wife's death, Yorick drowned himself in alcohol and debauchery for a time, often not coming home. The siblings, without their mother and with a father who was as good as absent, relied on each other. Nash hated him. Eventually, Yorick returned, bringing with him a woman and a boy around his age, Ysabel and Jeffrey. His mother passed away less than six months ago, and his father was remarrying — to a widow with a son! Nash's hatred grew. Jeffrey often bullied Beatrice, but after Nash beat him, Jeffrey would turn to Yorick. Yorick always punished Nash, making him kneel and apologize, refusing to let him eat until he complied. Nash never sub
"Rest assured, while I am not in Southmere, our enemies would not dare to invade again. With you guarding Southmere, my heart can be at ease," Nash spoke softly. "In my six years at Southmere, I have been true to my country, and my people. However, I have failed my own family. I failed to protect my sister, and that is something I must make amends for the rest of my life." Seeing the helpless and bewildered gazes of the people around him, Nash sighed, "I promise that if our enemies invade Southmere again, I will return as a new soldier to defend Southmere and Dragonstone." "Return now. I am going to visit my sister in the hospital, and I do not wish to be disturbed." With that, Nash left. "Farewell, Commander Nash!" Rupert bowed deeply, his eyes filled with regret. "Farewell, Commander Nash!" Elder Solarius knelt down, looking disheartened. "Farewell, Commander Nash!" Minstrelle straightened his demeanor and bowed. "Farewell, Commander Nash..." Thelonius watched Nash's retr