The town of Velthorne stood as a powerful presence just beyond the reach of Westmont.
It was three times the size of Westmont, though smaller than Ryedale, and governed by a ruthless yet respected leader—Lord Raegon.
Before settling into his role as a town ruler, Raegon had been a conqueror, a warrior whose name had once spread across battlefields and kingdoms alike.
His strength and tactical mind had won him victories in many wars, and now, even in retirement, his ambition remained—to conquer and rule.
When news of Westmont's recent attack by demon hordes spread, Raegon saw an opportunity.
A town that had barely survived such devastation would be weak, vulnerable, and in need of leadership.
Westmont may not have officially belonged to the kingdom where his own town resided, as it lay at its outskirts, but Raegon didn't care.
He had no desire to follow rules—he wanted control.
And now, he had decided to take it.
