The Warlord's Revenge

Chapter 139

As the grand hall fell into silence, Victor took a deep breath. His gaze swept over the crowd gathered at his estate, family, allies, and, of course, the ones who had tested his loyalty most. He stepped forward, steady and composed, but before he could speak, Emma squeezed his hand. She turned to face the audience, her eyes alight with resolve.

She began, her voice unwavering. "Tonight, there’s something I want to share," she said, looking directly at Grandpa Ben and Maria, her words deliberate. "Many of you may not know, but there were times in the darkest days of the war when Victor and I only had each other. Through every danger, every threat… we stood together."

The weight of her words settled over the crowd, some of them shifting uncomfortably as they glanced at Grandpa Ben, who remained stoic. Emma’s eyes locked onto his, her tone softening yet fierce. "When Victor was hurt, when his life was on the line, it was me who stayed by his side. I kept him safe, I protected him, and I