Chapter 20: The First Personal Guards
Chapter 20: The First Personal Guards
POV: Duke Myint Myat Kyaw SawThe grand chamber still trembled with the weight of what had transpired. The lingering energy from Prince Aung's divine aura left an unnatural silence in its wake—one of awe, reverence, and undeniable fear.
Duke Myint Myat Kyaw Saw remained kneeling, his head bowed not out of submission but out of an undeniable realization.
The man before me is not just a prince. He is something greater. Something beyond human comprehension.
The air was thick with anticipation as every noble, general, and knight in the hall knelt alongside him, their voices uniting in a chant that echoed through the golden walls.
"All hail the Second Prince!"
"All hail the future of the Empire!"
For the first time in his life, the duke felt small.
For years, he had considered himself the most powerful noble outside the royal family—a ruler of an autonomous province, one who controlled the empire's lifeline of commerce and trade.
He had contemplated breaking away, carving out his own kingdom, ensuring that his family and people were not doomed by the incompetence of the Imperial Court and the Crown Prince.
But now…
Now, I have seen the truth.
If Prince Aung ascended to the throne, then the Empire would not collapse—it would transcend.
And he wanted to be part of that transcendence.
The Duke slowly lifted his head, meeting Jason's glowing golden gaze.
"Your Highness," he spoke, his voice firm despite the storm of emotions within him. "I see now that you are not just a prince. You are the salvation that this Empire desperately needs."
A deep breath. A moment of decision.
"If you will have me, I, Duke Myint Myat Kyaw Saw, swear my undying loyalty to you. From this day forward, my land, my army, and my wealth—all belong to you, my Emperor."
Jason's golden glow faded, and for a long moment, he simply observed the kneeling duke.
Then, he nodded.
"Rise, Duke Myint Myat Kyaw Saw. I accept your loyalty."
A visible wave of relief passed through the kneeling nobles as their duke stood once more, his posture no longer defiant but devoted.
And just like that, the most powerful noble outside the Royal Capital had chosen his side.
POV: Prince Aung (Jason)Jason took in the sight before him. Hundreds of nobles, knights, and advisors—all kneeling in his name.
This was more than just a victory.
This was the beginning of something far greater.
A few weeks ago, he was merely a prince with no title, no recognition, and no power.
Now, the foundation of his future empire had been laid.
Duke Myint Myat Kyaw Saw was no fool. He had seen an opportunity—an opportunity to secure his province's survival, yes, but also a chance to become one of the most influential figures in a new regime.
Jason wasn't naïve enough to think that the Duke's loyalty came without ambition.
But that was fine.
Ambition, if guided properly, could be a powerful force.
Jason turned his gaze towards General Zaw Thura and High Magus Khin Zan, the two strongest warriors under the Duke.
Both men still trembled from the battle, the overwhelming power they had witnessed still etched into their very bones.
Yet, despite their shaken states, they bowed their heads in true reverence.
"Your Highness," General Zaw Thura said, his voice deep with conviction. "I have served the Duke my entire life, and I have fought on countless battlefields. Never have I seen a force such as yours."
High Magus Khin Zan, despite his injuries, smiled with something akin to admiration.
"You are beyond the limits of men, Your Highness. You wield the power of legends. It would be my greatest honor to serve under you."
Jason nodded once. Another piece fell into place.
The strongest knight and the strongest mage in the entire empire had just pledged their loyalty to him.
With this, Jason had an army that could no longer be ignored.
POV: Duke Myint Myat Kyaw SawThe Duke stepped forward, his mind now made up.
"My prince, now that my oath is sealed, there is one more thing I must offer you."
Jason raised an eyebrow.
The Duke gestured towards his most elite warriors, standing among the gathered nobility.
"The Empire still sees your army as belonging to the Imperial Court. If the court demands your forces, you would be legally bound to obey."
Jason narrowed his eyes.
"Then what do you propose?"
The duke smiled.
"Your Highness, I offer you my strongest warriors—an elite force of knights and mages. A personal royal guard that answers only to you."
Jason's gaze sharpened.
This was better than an army.
This was true independence from the Empire's military structure.
"Who will lead them?" Jason asked.
The Duke turned to General Zaw Thura.
"From this day forward, Zaw Thura will serve as the Commander of the Second Prince's Personal Guard."
The seasoned knight stepped forward, placing his fist over his heart.
"Your Highness, I vow to protect you until my last breath."
Jason smiled.
"Then let us make it official."
Updated Status of the General and the Elite Forces of 500Commander of the Personal GuardGeneral Zaw Thura—The Iron Spear (Commander of the Second Prince's Personal Guard)Level: 35 (Peak Human Limit)
HP: 900/900
Anja: 150/150
Strength: 65
Agility: 60
Intelligence: 45
Charisma: 40
Skills:
[Titan SpMastery]—Canery] – Can penetrate magical barriers with sheer force.
[Warrioor Endurance]—Reducesnce] – Reduces damage received by 40%.
[Battle instincts] – Predicts enemy movements within a 5-meter radius.
[CommandPresence] – Boosts the combat morale of all troops within a 50-meter radius.
Elite Forces: The Hands of the Second PrinceTotal Number: 500 Soldiers
Divided into five specialized units:
(1) Knight Division (200 Soldiers)Trained in spear, sword, and cavalry combat.
Elite warriors who specialize in high-speed battlefield engagements.
Average Level: 20-25
HP: 600/600
Anja: 50/50
Strength: 45-55
Agility: 40-50
Skills:
[Iron Wall Defense]—Increasese] – Increases defense when forming shield formations.
[Charge of the Wyvern]– Can break enemy lines with cavalry charges.
[Knight Will] – Physical abilities increase by 20% when fighting alongside comrades.
(2) Mage Division (100 Battle Mages)Trained in offensive, barrier, and healing magic.
Specialize in large-scale magic warfare.
Average Level: 22-28
HP: 400/400
Anja: 1000/1000
Intelligence: 70-80
Skills:
[Grand Arcane Formation] – Synchronizes magic to amplify power.
[Barrie Dome] – A high-tier defense spell capable of absorbing siege attacks.
[Mana Surge Increasese] – Inc Anja's regeneration rate by 30%.
(3) Shadow Division (50 Assassins & Scouts)Specializing in stealth, intelligence gathering, and assassination.
Experts in silent movement, infiltration, and sabotage.
Average Level: 25-30
HP: 300/300
Anja: 200/200
Agility: 80-90
Skills:
[PhantomStep]– Allows movement without sound or trace.
[Silent Execution]– One-hit assassination technique against unguarded foes.
[Eagle's Sight]– Enhanced vision for tracking enemies.
(4) Guardian Division (100 Heavy Shields)Specializing in front-line defense and siege resistance.
Equipped with twin-layered enchanted shields and massive greatswords.
Average Level: 20-25
HP: 900/900
Anja: 50/50
Strength: 65-70
Skills:
[Unbreakable Formation] – Reduces all incoming damage by 40% when standing in formation.
[Titan's Grip]– Increases physical strength and weapon control.
[Fortress Stance]– Grants immunity to knockback effects.
(5) War Priest Division (50 Healers & Support)Specializing in recovery magic and battlefield support.
Capable of mass healing and resurrection magic.
Average Level: 22-30
HP: 450/450
Anja: 1200/1200
Intelligence: 85-95
Skills:
[Divine Restoration] – Can rapidly heal up to 100 soldiers at once.
[Anja Purification] – Removes curses and negative status effects.
[Battlefield Revival] – Can resurrect fallen soldiers within 5 minutes of death.
500 soldiers handpicked by the duke himself
Commander: General Zaw Thura
Elite Warriors, Mages, Scouts, Defenders, and Healers
an independent force loyal to Prince Aung ONLY
With this elite force, Jason now possesses a fighting unit comparable to an entire kingdom's army, capable of facing both mortal and magical threats.
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