Chapter 23

The Betrayal within

As the night deepened, Victor stood by the window of his study, staring out at the city below. The faint glow of fires in the distance marked where battles had been fought, where his people had bled for the territory he was struggling to protect. The city, once vibrant and alive, now seemed to reflect the turmoil raging inside him.

Victor’s mind was in chaos, torn between the constant threat of General Zhao and the tension growing in his camp. The weight of leadership felt heavier than ever. Every decision seemed like a risky gamble, with no clear path to victory.

He clenched his fists at his sides, staring out at the city he had sworn to protect. But every day, it felt like he was losing his grip. Zhao’s forces kept pressing in, and now, with rumors of betrayal spreading among his men, everything felt on the brink of collapse.

“This damn city…” Victor muttered, his voice thick with frustration. “I’ve fought so hard to keep it, but it feels like I’m losing it all.
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