The Warlord's Revenge

Chapter 132

The Betrayal

Victor stood alone in his office, the weight of betrayal pressing down on him. He replayed the events of the past few days in his mind, struggling to make sense of it all. How had he missed this? Someone he trusted with his life, someone he’d fought for and defended, had been working with Maria all along. And now, it was all coming to a head.

Emma walked in, her eyes filled with a mixture of worry and determination. She reached out, but he pulled back slightly, his face hard and unreadable. She didn’t take it personally; she knew he was hurt. But she couldn’t let him face this alone.

“Victor,” she said softly, stepping closer. “You’re not in this alone. Let me help you.”

He exhaled slowly, some of his tension easing as he met her gaze. “I don’t know if anyone can help me with this. I trusted him, Emma. I would have bet my life on his loyalty, and he…” His voice faltered, and he looked away, unable to finish the sentence.

Emma placed a gentle hand on his shoulder, her tou