Chapter 48: Twenty Soldiers

Varkas's expression hardens, the weight of Alix's words settling over him. He bows his head slightly. "Understood, Your Majesty. I will not waste this life."

Alix gives him a firm nod. "Good. Now, go. Settle into your territory and get used to the city again."

Varkas straightens to his full height and places a fist over his chest. "As you command." With that, he turns and strides toward the exit, his massive frame moving with quiet confidence.

Once Varkas is gone, Alix turns his attention back to the Resurrection Altar. He still has 300,000 gold left. It's not much compared to what he just spent, but it's enough to bring back a solid force.

He raises a hand over the altar. The system interface flickers to life.

"[Select: One Squad of Soldiers.]"

[Resurrection Confirmed.]

[Deducting 300,000 Gold…]