The Unadorned Sovereign

Chapter 23. Mother Sacrifice

A week had passed since the commotion caused by Liam's niece at his home, and strangely, nothing eventful had unfolded in the aftermath. "I guess he realized that he is just nobody. He understands how powerless he is. Good for him to know his place," Liam's uncle mused, his lips curling into a self-satisfied grin. The incident had perhaps served as a humbling experience, a reminder of the limits of his niece's influence.

Feeling a sense of peace and quiet prevailing, Liam's uncle decided to indulge in his favorite pastime – gambling. His steps were light, almost rhythmic, as he made his way to the gambling den. He had pushed aside the cautions of his parents, who had warned him to keep a low profile for a while longer. "It's been a week anyway, and nothing really happened," he reasoned with himself as he strode confidently onward.

Entering the den, Liam's uncle felt a surge of anticipation, the familiar rush of excitement that came with the possibility of winning big