Darren fell to his knees, his voice desperate. “Warlord, avenge me! I lost my arm because of him!” Adrian’s voice rose with conviction. “You are the only Warlord in Prescott! You have led and won countless battles. One word from you, and these losers will be executed! Do it! Let them serve as a warning to others!” Victoria’s mocking laughter filled the hall. “Lance, where did all that confidence go?” She taunted. “I thought you could fight! "Why don’t you show us your strength now?” Her eyes gleamed with wicked delight as she turned to Selene. “You might have used your influence to try and bring us down, but one word from the Warlord, and we will rise to the top!” Sophia stepped forward, her voice sharp and venomous. “Warlord! That girl" she pointed at Ashley" "Is his daughter. She

