Emerging from the shared ruling lord’s mansion in the town, Oliver’s hands felt heavier than when he entered, the weight of a small sack of coins now resting in his grip. It was a small fortune—one hundred and eighty gold coins to be exact.
The land, estate, and several of Avery’s businesses had been seized by the local authorities, and after a swift auction, the spoils had been divided. While Violanda had eyed the shops, and Hector was focused on expanding his family’s holdings, Oliver’s thoughts had been firmly set on the gold itself.
Avery, once one of the four lords of this small town, had been wealthy. That much was obvious. The gold gleamed in the sunlight, catching the light in a dance of soft glimmers. As Oliver gripped the sack, a strange warmth settled in his palm—the tangible proof of his growing power and wealth.
Oliver stepped into the misty forest, purpose in his stride. The hunt had begun.